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SLC → LWS
Which side of the plane to sit from Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City) to Lewiston Nez Perce County Airport (Lewiston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Great Salt Lake's unique ecosystems, the volcanic geology of the Snake River Plain, and the dramatic descent into the deep canyons surrounding Lewiston.
Great Salt Lake
Witness the stark contrast between the bright salt flats and the turquoise waters of Antelope Island immediately after takeoff.
Snake River Plain
Observe the ancient basaltic lava flows and dark volcanic cones scattered across the Idaho landscape.
Frank Church Wilderness
Fly over the heart of one of the largest roadless wilderness areas in the contiguous United States.
Salmon River
Track the winding path of the 'River of No Return' as it carves through steep central Idaho canyons.
Hells Canyon
Catch views of North America's deepest river gorge just south of the Lewiston-Clarkston valley during descent.
Choose an 'A' seat for the best perspective. Early morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare off the Great Salt Lake. During the descent into LWS, keep your camera ready for the confluence of the Snake and Clearwater Rivers.
Wasatch Range
Gaze at the towering snow-capped peaks of the Rockies bordering Salt Lake City to the east.
Bear Lake
Known as the 'Caribbean of the Rockies,' see its distinct intense blue color on the Utah-Idaho border.
Sawtooth Mountains
Look for the iconic jagged skyline of the Sawtooth Range visible on the horizon to the west-northwest.
Camas Prairie
Fly over the rolling high-altitude agricultural plains that define the approach into north-central Idaho.
Nez Perce National Forest
Scan the dense evergreen canopy and steep ridges as the aircraft enters the Clearwater River basin.
Secure an 'F' seat for mountain views. This side is particularly scenic in late spring when the Wasatch and Sawtooth ranges are still heavy with snow. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for photographing Bear Lake.
Distance: 742 km (461 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Arrival: LWS (46.3745002746582, -117.01499938964844)
Route Type: Domestic
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