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SJD → SLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Cabos International Airport (San Jose Del Cabo) to Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled panorama of the Southwest's most iconic geological wonders, including the Sea of Cortez and the Grand Canyon.
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Sea of Cortez
Deep blue waters contrasting sharply with the stark white beaches of the eastern Baja peninsula.
Grand Canyon
The most famous canyon in the world is frequently visible as the flight path cuts through northern Arizona.
Lake Powell
Winding turquoise waters weaving through the deep red sandstone canyons of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
Southern Utah Red Rocks
The vibrant orange and red rock formations of Zion and Bryce Canyon regions from a high altitude.
Wasatch Range
The towering peaks that define the eastern edge of the Salt Lake Valley, spectacular when snow-capped.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Grand Canyon and the red rock country of Southern Utah. Morning flights are ideal as the eastern sun illuminates the canyon depths and highlights the vibrant colors of the rock formations. Keep your camera ready about 60 to 80 minutes into the flight for the best geological views.
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Baja Coastline
Dramatic views of the rugged Pacific coastline and the Sierra de la Laguna mountain range.
Mojave Desert
A vast expanse of arid basins and mountain ranges spanning Southern California and Nevada.
Las Vegas Valley
The sprawling desert metropolis and its famous strip are often visible in the distance to the west.
Great Salt Lake
A stunning bird's-eye view of the shimmering, mineral-rich waters as you begin your final approach.
Antelope Island
The largest island in the Great Salt Lake, appearing as a stark, mountainous landmass.
The left side is superior for sunset flights as it offers a front-row seat to the horizon without direct solar glare for the entire trip. It also provides the best perspective of the Great Salt Lake during the standard landing patterns into SLC from the south.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,972 km (1,225 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 38 min
Departure: SJD (23.15180015563965, -109.72100067138672)
Arrival: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Route Type: International
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