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SLC → VEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City) to Vernal Regional Airport (Vernal)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the High Uintas Wilderness, including the highest mountain peaks in Utah and remote alpine lakes.
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Wasatch Range
Jagged peaks and deep canyons immediately after departing Salt Lake City.
High Uintas Wilderness
Vast, roadless area featuring sub-alpine forests and Utah's most rugged terrain.
Kings Peak
The highest point in Utah, standing at 13,528 feet, visible in the heart of the Uintas.
Red Fleet State Park
Striking red sandstone formations and turquoise water visible during the descent into Vernal.
Sit on the left (Port) side for the most dramatic mountain scenery. Morning flights provide excellent front-lighting on the Uinta range, while winter flights offer a spectacular view of the snow-covered 'Uinta Roof'. Keep an eye out for the distinct treeline transition as you cross the high ridges.
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Salt Lake Valley
Aerial views of the state capitol, downtown grid, and the Wasatch Front urban corridor.
Strawberry Reservoir
A massive high-altitude body of water nestled between mountain ridges.
Uintah Basin
The sprawling desert basin characterized by unique geological textures and oil fields.
Dinosaur National Monument
Rugged canyons and colorful rock layers located just east of the destination airport.
The right side is ideal for seeing the transition from the urban valley to the high desert basin. Afternoon flights may experience some glare from the southern sun. Look for the winding Duchesne River as you approach the basin, which creates a green ribbon through the arid landscape.
Book Hotels in VernalDistance: 212 km (132 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Arrival: VEL (40.4408989, -109.5100021)
Route Type: Domestic
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