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SLC → RKS
Which side of the plane to sit from Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City) to Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (Rock Springs)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior vantage point for the highest terrain in Utah, including the dramatic peaks of the High Uintas and the vibrant colors of the Wyoming Red Desert.
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Cottonwood Canyons
Incredible views of the jagged peaks near Snowbird and Alta just south of the flight path.
High Uinta Wilderness
Spot Kings Peak, the highest point in Utah, which remains snow-capped well into the summer months.
Red Desert Formations
Striking geological badlands and colorful sedimentary layers visible during the descent into Rock Springs.
The right side is the definitive choice for mountain enthusiasts. You will pass the Uinta Range, the only major east-west mountain range in the US. Late afternoon flights provide spectacular 'Golden Hour' lighting on the red rock formations near RKS. Sit behind the wing for the clearest view of the High Uinta peaks.
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Bountiful Foothills
Immediately after takeoff, see the northern residential corridors and the steep climb of the northern Wasatch Front.
Weber Canyon
A birds-eye view of the rugged mountain pass that serves as a primary gateway through the Rockies.
Green River Basin
Vast stretches of high-altitude sagebrush steppe leading into the southwestern corner of Wyoming.
Choose the left side for better views of the Northern Wasatch range during departure. Early morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the western slopes. Keep an eye out for the Great Salt Lake shoreline during the initial banking turn.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 260 km (162 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Arrival: RKS (41.5942, -109.065001)
Route Type: Domestic
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