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SLC → MCI
Which side of the plane to sit from Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City) to Kansas City International Airport (Kansas City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers an iconic departure view of the Great Salt Lake and better perspectives of the winding Platte River valley across the plains.
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Great Salt Lake
Spectacular views of the turquoise-hued salt water and Antelope Island immediately after takeoff from SLC.
Northern Wasatch Range
A close-up look at the rugged peaks and deep canyons stretching north toward Logan, Utah.
Wyoming Red Desert
Vast, colorful geological formations and high-altitude desert plateaus of the Cowboy State.
North Platte River
The winding silver ribbon of the river provides a striking contrast to the surrounding Nebraska prairies.
Lincoln & Memorial Stadium
On a clear day, look for the distinctive architecture of the Nebraska state capital and its famous football stadium.
To see the Great Salt Lake clearly, choose a seat forward of the wing. On morning flights, the northern Wasatch mountains are beautifully lit. During the winter, the Nebraska Sandhills look like a white-frozen sea from 35,000 feet.
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Park City Ski Resorts
Bird's-eye views of the world-class ski runs and Olympic venues shortly after departure.
Uinta Mountains
The unique east-west trending range, featuring some of Utah's highest and most remote alpine peaks.
Colorado Front Range
Distant but impressive views of the snow-capped Colorado Rockies along the southern horizon.
Kansas Patchwork
Classic American heartland views with vibrant circular irrigation patterns and vast agricultural grids.
Missouri River
Dramatic bends in the river and the urban sprawl of the Kansas City metro during the final approach.
Sit on the right for the best chance to spot the high peaks of the Colorado Rockies in the distance. This side is typically better for afternoon flights to avoid the direct northern sun glare, providing a more comfortable viewing experience of the Kansas plains.
Book Hotels in Kansas CityDistance: 1,477 km (918 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Arrival: MCI (39.2976, -94.713898)
Route Type: Domestic
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