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CDG → SLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers unparalleled views of the dramatic East Greenland fjords, the rugged mountains of Baffin Island, and the stunning descent over the Great Salt Lake itself during the approach.
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East Greenland Fjords
Spectacular carved valleys and massive icebergs floating in the North Atlantic.
Baffin Island
Extremely rugged arctic terrain featuring the world's highest vertical cliffs.
Hudson Bay
Crossing the massive northern inland sea, often filled with pack ice even in early summer.
Glacier National Park
Aerial views of the iconic 'Crown of the Continent' and its jagged Montana peaks.
Great Salt Lake
A breathtaking view of the shimmering lake, Antelope Island, and the stark salt flats before landing.
The right side is the definitive choice for Arctic enthusiasts. You will have a front-row seat to the most dramatic glaciers in Greenland and the mountains of Baffin Island. During the descent, the aircraft typically flies over the Great Salt Lake, providing a unique perspective of the water's distinct colors and the surrounding desert landscape.
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Normandy Coast
As you depart CDG, catch views of the historic French coastline and the English Channel.
Greenland Ice Sheet
The vast, blinding white expanse of the southern interior Greenland glacier.
Canadian Shield
Ancient geological formations and a labyrinth of thousands of small lakes in Northern Canada.
Yellowstone & Tetons
Depending on the path, the high peaks of Wyoming are often visible to the south.
Wasatch Front
Dramatic views of the mountains bordering the Salt Lake Valley during the final descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Wasatch Mountains as the plane makes its final turn into the Salt Lake Valley. This side is also excellent for sunset views if you are on a late afternoon flight, as the sun will be positioned to your south and west.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 8,153 km (5,066 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 36 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Route Type: International
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