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SLC → PSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City) to Palm Springs International Airport (Palm Springs)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Utah canyons, the meandering Colorado River, and the iconic desert expanses of Joshua Tree National Park upon arrival.
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Utah Lake
A large freshwater lake visible shortly after departure from SLC, nestled against the Wasatch Range.
Southern Utah Canyons
Deep red rock formations and rugged plateaus typical of the high desert landscape.
Lake Mead
The massive reservoir on the Colorado River, often visible as a bright blue contrast against the arid terrain.
Joshua Tree National Park
As the plane descends into the Coachella Valley, you get a bird's-eye view of the park's unique rock clusters.
Coachella Valley
The lush, irrigated oasis of the Palm Springs area surrounded by harsh desert mountains.
Morning flights provide the best illumination for the red rock canyons of Southern Utah. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes into the flight for the Colorado River crossing. During the final descent, look for the stark transition from the high desert to the palm-lined streets of the desert resorts.
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Great Salt Lake
The massive saline lake is clearly visible to the west immediately after taking off from SLC.
Las Vegas Strip
On most flight paths, the glittering towers of Las Vegas are visible to the west during the mid-flight transit.
San Bernardino Mountains
High alpine peaks that form a dramatic backdrop as you enter Southern California airspace.
San Gorgonio Pass
The famous wind farm area between the mountains, featuring thousands of rotating turbines.
Mount San Jacinto
The towering 10,834-foot peak that looms directly over the Palm Springs International Airport.
Choose the right side for sunset views on late afternoon flights. This side is also the best for spotting the Las Vegas skyline from a distance. As you approach PSP, watch for the massive wind turbines in the pass, which are particularly impressive during the low-altitude final approach.
Book Hotels in Palm SpringsDistance: 871 km (541 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Arrival: PSP (33.829700469970696, -116.50700378417967)
Route Type: Domestic
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