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DFW → SLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most iconic geological wonders of the American Southwest, including the jagged San Juan Mountains and the deep red canyons of Southern Utah.
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San Juan Mountains
Breathtaking views of the rugged, snow-capped peaks in Southwestern Colorado.
Canyonlands National Park
A vast landscape of deep canyons and mesas carved by the Colorado River.
Moab & Arches
Spot the vibrant red sandstone formations and hidden arches near Moab, Utah.
Colorado River
Watch the river snake through high-walled canyons thousands of feet below.
Wasatch Front
The dramatic wall of mountains that towers over the Salt Lake Valley during arrival.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to see the sun illuminate the red rock canyons. Look out the window approximately 35-45 minutes before arrival for the best views of the Utah desert. If the flight arrives from the south, the left side also provides a great perspective of the Great Salt Lake during the final turn.
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Texas Panhandle
The transition from the sprawling DFW metroplex into the flat, high plains of West Texas.
Great Sand Dunes
The tallest sand dunes in North America, visible against the backdrop of the Colorado Rockies.
Sangre de Cristo Range
A stunning, narrow subrange of the Rocky Mountains stretching into New Mexico.
Park City
Aerial views of famous ski resorts and the Olympic Park as you descend.
Salt Lake City Skyline
Clear views of the State Capitol and downtown grid just before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides a better view of the mountain ranges closer to the flight path in Colorado. On the final approach into SLC, keep an eye out for the distinct layout of the city and Temple Square.
Book Hotels in Salt Lake CityDistance: 1,589 km (987 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Route Type: Domestic
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