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SLC → IDA
Which side of the plane to sit from Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City) to Idaho Falls Regional Airport (Idaho Falls)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the Great Salt Lake's vibrant colors and the stark, volcanic beauty of the Snake River Plain during the descent into Idaho.
Great Salt Lake
Witness the dramatic color shift between the north and south arms of the lake divided by the Lucin Cutoff causeway.
Antelope Island
The largest island in the lake, known for its mountainous terrain and bison herds visible from lower altitudes.
Golden Spike Site
The general area where the first transcontinental railroad was completed, visible near the northern tip of the lake.
Snake River Plain
A vast volcanic crescent featuring dark basalt flows and geometric agricultural patterns.
American Falls Reservoir
A sprawling body of water on the Snake River that marks the final leg of the journey toward Idaho Falls.
The departure from SLC is the highlight for the left side; choose a seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the lake's mineral-rich shoreline. Morning flights avoid the heavy haze often trapped in the Salt Lake Valley.
Wasatch Range
Immediate views of the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Wasatch Mountains directly after takeoff.
Bear Lake
Often called the 'Caribbean of the Rockies,' its distinctive intense turquoise water is visible near the Utah-Idaho border.
Caribou-Targhee National Forest
Endless ridges of evergreen forests and deep canyons stretching toward the Wyoming border.
Grays Lake Refuge
A unique high-altitude wetland system that stands out against the surrounding mountain terrain.
The right side is best for mountain lovers. Keep an eye out for Bear Lake roughly 20 minutes into the flight. In winter, the alpine scenery is world-class, but afternoon sun can cause significant glare on this side.
Distance: 303 km (188 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Arrival: IDA (43.514599, -112.070999)
Route Type: Domestic
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