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PSC → SLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Tri Cities Airport (Pasco) to Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer rugged western terrain, the Right Side provides a superior vantage point for the spectacular descent over the Great Salt Lake and the dramatic color shifts of the high desert.
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Snake River Confluence
The meeting point of the Columbia and Snake rivers near Pasco, visible immediately after departure.
Snake River Plain
The vast volcanic landscape of southern Idaho, characterized by dark basalt and geometric farmland.
The Great Salt Lake
A massive inland sea featuring striking turquoise and pink waters divided by railroad causeways.
Antelope Island
The largest island in the lake, home to bison and dramatic desert topography, seen clearly on final approach.
The right side is the prime choice for seeing the Great Salt Lake's unique colors. To avoid glare, choose this side for afternoon flights. The descent is particularly scenic as the plane banks over the water; ensure your window is clean for photos of the mineral-rich salt pans.
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Blue Mountains
Dense forests and deep ridges stretching across the Oregon-Washington border shortly after takeoff.
Wallowa Mountains
Often called the 'Little Switzerland' of America, these granite peaks are visible to the east.
Boise Basin
The sprawling Treasure Valley and the capital city of Idaho nestled against the foothills.
Wasatch Range
A massive wall of mountains that flanks the Salt Lake Valley, featuring world-class ski terrain.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to see the sunrise hitting the peaks of the Blue Mountains. During the final descent into SLC, this side offers the best view of the downtown skyline and the steep canyons of the Wasatch Front if landing to the south.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 837 km (520 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: PSC (46.26470184326172, -119.11900329589844)
Arrival: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Route Type: Domestic
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