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SLC → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this transcontinental journey because it typically offers better views of the Great Lakes systems and a spectacular view of the Philadelphia skyline during the standard approach into PHL.
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Wasatch Range
Immediate views of the snow-capped mountains following departure from SLC.
The Great Lakes
Glimpses of Lake Michigan's southern shore or Lake Erie depending on the specific flight airway.
Chicago Metro
The dense urban sprawl of the Midwest's largest city is often visible to the north on clear days.
Appalachian Ridge-and-Valley
The distinct geographical folds of the Pennsylvania mountains as you cross into the East.
Philadelphia Skyline
The best angle for seeing Center City's skyscrapers during the final descent into Philadelphia International.
Sit on the left for the iconic view of the Philadelphia skyline during landing. Early morning departures offer excellent lighting on the Rockies without the sun glaring directly into the window. For nighttime flights, this side provides views of the brightly lit Chicago and Cleveland metro areas.
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View of the high wilderness areas and rugged peaks east of Salt Lake City shortly after takeoff.
Midwestern Plains
The geometric beauty of American farmland stretching across Nebraska and Iowa.
Ohio River
The massive waterway snaking through the industrial heartland of the United States.
Allegheny Plateau
Dense forests and rolling hills of the southern Pennsylvania landscape.
Delaware River
Views of the shipping lanes and large bridges connecting Pennsylvania and New Jersey near the airport.
The right side provides great views of the southern Rockies. During winter months, this side gets more direct sunlight which is great for warmth but can cause significant glare on your electronic devices or windows. Keep an eye out for the Delaware River bridges during the final seconds of flight.
Book Hotels in PhiladelphiaDistance: 3,093 km (1,922 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 38 min
Departure: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: Domestic
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