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SLC → JAC
Which side of the plane to sit from Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City) to Jackson Hole Airport (Jacksn Hole)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a world-class view of the Grand Teton mountain range during the descent into Jackson Hole, offering a front-row seat to the iconic 13,775-foot peak as the plane enters the valley floor.
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Great Salt Lake
Aerial views of the northern salt flats and the distinct color transition of the lake's mineral-rich waters.
Snake River Range
A series of rugged, high-altitude peaks stretching across the Idaho-Wyoming border.
The Grand Tetons
The unmistakable sharp granite spires of the Teton Range, including the Grand, Middle, and South Teton.
Palisades Reservoir
A sprawling alpine lake with vibrant blue water surrounded by the Caribou-Targhee National Forest.
National Elk Refuge
A vast, protected grassland visible on the valley floor just before the wheels touch down at JAC.
For the most dramatic view of the Tetons, sit on the left side. Morning flights are ideal as the sun rises in the east, perfectly illuminating the eastern faces of the mountains. In winter, the high-contrast snow against the granite peaks is exceptionally photogenic. Watch for the Snake River winding through the valley like a silver ribbon.
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Salt Lake City Skyline
A clear view of the Utah State Capitol and the downtown urban center immediately following takeoff.
Wasatch Front
The dramatic mountain wall that borders the Salt Lake Valley, featuring peaks like Mount Olympus.
Bear Lake
Often called the 'Caribbean of the Rockies' due to its intense turquoise-blue color caused by calcium carbonate.
Star Valley
A high-altitude green valley dotted with small ranching communities and agricultural fields.
Gros Ventre Range
The ancient limestone mountains situated to the east of Jackson Hole, known for their rugged wilderness.
The right side is excellent for viewing the 'Caribbean' blues of Bear Lake mid-flight. If the flight approach involves a northern loop before landing south (Runway 19), this side offers a wide perspective of the Gros Ventre mountains. This side generally receives softer, indirect light during afternoon flights, which is great for landscape photography.
Book Hotels in Jacksn HoleDistance: 330 km (205 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Arrival: JAC (43.6072998046875, -110.73799896240234)
Route Type: Domestic
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