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LGB → SLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport (Long Beach) to Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning desert vistas, the right side is superior for its direct views of Lake Mead, the Hoover Dam, and the breathtaking approach alongside the Wasatch Range and Utah's red rock formations.
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Joshua Tree & San Jacinto
View the transition from the high desert of Joshua Tree to the towering, snow-capped San Jacinto Peak.
Lake Mead & Hoover Dam
The deep turquoise waters of Lake Mead and the architectural marvel of the Hoover Dam are often visible shortly after passing Nevada.
Southern Utah Canyons
Distant but striking views of the red rock country including the plateaus near Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks.
Wasatch Mountains
An incredible close-up view of the rugged, jagged peaks of the Wasatch Range during the descent into the Salt Lake Valley.
Sit on the right for morning flights to avoid the harsh western sun glare. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes into the flight for the Lake Mead area, and watch for the dramatic change from desert to alpine scenery as you enter Utah.
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Los Angeles Basin
Expansive views of the Southern California urban sprawl and the San Bernardino Mountains immediately after takeoff.
Las Vegas Strip
Clear views of the iconic casino skyline and the massive sphere if the flight path tracks west of the city.
Red Rock Canyon
Vibrant red sandstone peaks and desert conservation areas located just west of the Las Vegas valley.
Great Salt Lake
A sprawling view of the silvery, saline waters and Antelope Island as the plane turns for its final approach into SLC.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to catch the light reflecting off the Great Salt Lake and the desert basins. During night flights, this side provides a spectacular view of the glowing Las Vegas lights.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 948 km (589 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: LGB (33.81769943, -118.1520004)
Arrival: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Route Type: Domestic
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