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SGU β†’ SLC

Our Recommendation
9.4

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a front-row seat to Utah's most iconic geological wonders, including the red rocks of Zion and the dramatic peaks of the Wasatch Range.

Right Side Highlights
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Zion National Park

Incredible aerial views of the deep red Navajo Sandstone canyons and the Virgin River shortly after departure.

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Cedar Breaks

A natural amphitheater carved into the side of the Markagunt Plateau with vibrant orange hues.

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Tushar Mountains

High-altitude peaks that remain snow-capped well into the summer months near Beaver.

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Mount Nebo

The highest peak in the Wasatch Range, marking the transition into the Salt Lake Valley region.

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Utah Lake

A large freshwater lake reflecting the surrounding mountains just south of the metro area.

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Wasatch Front

The impressive urban corridor of Provo, Orem, and Salt Lake City nestled against the 11,000-foot peaks.

Sit on the right for the most dramatic scenery. Morning flights provide the best lighting on the red rocks of Zion and the granite faces of the Wasatch. Watch closely in the first 10 minutes of flight for Zion’s main canyon; it appears surprisingly quickly after takeoff from SGU. Seasonal snow cover in winter makes the Wasatch peaks look particularly majestic.

Left Side Highlights
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Pine Valley Mountains

A massive laccolith formation rising sharply from the desert floor shortly after takeoff.

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Great Basin Desert

Sweeping views of the arid, basin-and-range topography extending toward Nevada.

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Sevier Lake

A large, often dry endorheic salt lake bed that creates striking white geometric patterns.

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Bingham Canyon Mine

One of the largest man-made excavations on Earth, visible as a massive tiered pit in the Oquirrh Mountains.

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Great Salt Lake

The shimmering expanse of the inland sea, appearing as the flight descends into the Salt Lake Valley.

Choose the left side for sunset flights to witness the Great Basin glow. This side is also superior for spotting the Kennecott Copper Mine during the final approach. Keep an eye out for the stark contrast between the desert floor and the irrigated agricultural circles near Delta.

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Route Information

Distance: 438 km (272 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 44 min

Departure: SGU (37.036389, -113.510306)

Arrival: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)

Route Type: Domestic

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