Seeing Santa Monica Pier from a plane
The pier at the end of Route 66, with a solar-powered Ferris wheel and a roller coaster. Look for the wooden pier jutting out from the beach below the bluffs.
2 of our routes pass it. California · rated 4 of 10
The easy pick
Honolulu to Los Angeles: sit on the right, on the way down.
Which side, by route
| Route | Side | When |
|---|---|---|
| Honolulu to Los Angeles | Right the other side is usually better on this route | on the way down |
| Sacramento to Los Angeles | Right the other side is usually better on this route | on the way down |
From the real paths of every nonstop on these routes in the last 10 days, at the usual time of day.
Questions
Which side of the plane do you see Santa Monica Pier from?
It depends on the direction: the right on most of our routes (2 of 2). The table lists each route's side.
When can you see Santa Monica Pier 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.
Can you see Santa Monica Pier at night?
Yes, by its lights. The app scores lit places at night by how bright they are.
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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