Seeing Mount Spokane from a plane3 ★
At 5,883 ft the highest point near Spokane, topped by a state park and ski area. Look for ski runs cut into the forest on its flanks, about 25 miles northeast of the city.
4 of our routes pass it. Washington · rated 3 of 10
The easy pick
Seattle to Kalispell: sit on the left, 34 min after takeoff.
Which side, by route
| Route | Side | When |
|---|---|---|
| Denver to Spokane | Right Best seat for the whole flight: left | on the way down |
| Minneapolis to Spokane | Right | on the way down |
| Salt Lake City to Spokane | Right Best seat for the whole flight: left | on the way down |
| Seattle to Kalispell | Left | 34 min after takeoff |
From the real paths of every nonstop on these routes in the last 10 days, at the usual time of day. Where the best seat for the whole flight is on the other side, you'd trade this sight for more elsewhere.
Questions
Which side of the plane do you see Mount Spokane from?
It depends on the direction: the right on most of our routes (3 of 4). The table lists each route's side.
When can you see Mount Spokane from a plane?
Near the airport, on the climb or on the way down, and mid-flight on longer routes: see the table for each route.
Do clouds matter?
Yes. These answers assume a clear day. Within 3 days of your flight, pick your exact flight in the app for the cloud forecast.
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