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OMA → SLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Eppley Airfield (Omaha) to Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the Rocky Mountains, the Right Side is preferred for its superior perspective of the Wyoming high desert, the Flaming Gorge Reservoir, and the iconic approach over the Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island.
Platte River Valley
Follow the meandering silver ribbon of the North Platte River as it carves through western Nebraska.
Wyoming High Desert
The stark, beautiful landscapes of the Red Desert and the Continental Divide crossing.
Flaming Gorge
The deep turquoise waters of the Flaming Gorge Reservoir set against dramatic red rock canyon walls.
Great Salt Lake
The striking color contrast of the saline lake and the massive white salt flats during the descent.
Antelope Island
A majestic view of the largest island in the Great Salt Lake, known for its rugged terrain and bison herds.
The right side is the 'money' side for the approach into SLC. Sit here for the best views of the Great Salt Lake and its unique causeways. If the flight lands to the south, you will get an incredible close-up of Antelope Island. Use polarized sunglasses to better see the color variations in the water.
Nebraska Farmland
A massive patchwork quilt of circular irrigation patterns and agricultural grids stretching across the Great Plains.
The Front Range
Distant views of the high peaks of the Colorado Rockies as the flight moves into the high country.
Uinta Mountains
A rare east-west trending mountain range in the U.S., featuring rugged peaks and alpine lakes south of the flight path.
Salt Lake Valley
A bird's-eye view of the dense urban corridor of the Wasatch Front nestled against the mountains.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and to see the morning sun illuminating the Wasatch Range. During the final approach, this side often provides a clearer view of the downtown Salt Lake City skyline and the Utah State Capitol.
Distance: 1,348 km (838 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min
Departure: OMA (41.3032, -95.894096)
Arrival: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Route Type: Domestic
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