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MCI → SLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Kansas City International Airport (Kansas City) to Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the high peaks of the Colorado Front Range and the unique east-west orientation of the Uinta Mountains during the approach.
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Missouri River
Visible immediately after takeoff from MCI, marking the border between Missouri and Kansas.
Front Range Peaks
Distant but impressive views of Longs Peak and the northern Colorado Rockies as you cross the plains.
Uinta Mountains
A rare east-west mountain range in Utah featuring high alpine basins and rugged ridges.
Salt Lake City Skyline
On a typical southerly approach, you will see the downtown skyline, Temple Square, and the State Capitol.
Rice-Eccles Stadium
Clear views of the University of Utah campus nestled against the foothills during the final descent.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the mountains. Aim for a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion when photographing the Uinta Mountains. During winter, the snow-covered Wasatch Range provides a stunning contrast against the city basin.
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Great Plains Grids
Intricate geometric patterns of Kansas and Nebraska farmland stretching to the horizon.
Medicine Bow Mountains
View the snowy summits of southern Wyoming's prominent mountain range.
Great Divide Basin
A vast, arid high-altitude endorheic basin where the Continental Divide splits.
Great Salt Lake
Breathtaking views of the northern salt flats and the lake's distinct color variations.
Antelope Island
The largest island in the Great Salt Lake, visible during the final turn into SLC airport.
The right side is superior if the flight takes a more northerly path through Wyoming. It offers the best view of the Great Salt Lake's vast expanse during the landing sequence. Look for the 'red desert' hues of southern Wyoming during the middle of the flight.
Book Hotels in Salt Lake CityDistance: 1,477 km (918 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: MCI (39.2976, -94.713898)
Arrival: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Route Type: Domestic
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