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STL → SLC
Which side of the plane to sit from St Louis Lambert International Airport (St. Louis) to Salt Lake City International Airport (Salt Lake City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a spectacular panoramic view of the rugged Rocky Mountain peaks and the unique red-rock canyon geography of the Colorado Plateau as you cross into Utah.
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St. Louis Skyline
Excellent views of the Gateway Arch and downtown St. Louis immediately after takeoff from Lambert.
The Great Plains
Vast geometric patterns of Kansas farmland and the winding Kansas River stretching toward the horizon.
Southern Rockies
Snow-capped peaks of the Colorado Rockies, including views of the Sangre de Cristo and Sawatch ranges.
Utah Canyons
As the flight enters Utah, the terrain shifts to dramatic red rock formations and deep desert canyons.
Wasatch Range
A stunning close-up of the southern Wasatch Mountains during the initial descent into the Salt Lake Valley.
For morning flights, the sun will be on the left (south) side, which may cause glare; however, the mountain lighting is superior. In the afternoon, the sun moves ahead of the aircraft, making this the shaded and most comfortable side for viewing the Rockies.
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Missouri River
Follow the winding path of the Missouri River as it snake across the landscape west of St. Louis.
Front Range Peaks
Views of Longs Peak and the northern stretches of the Colorado Rocky Mountains near Denver.
Flaming Gorge
Look for the bright blue waters of the Flaming Gorge Reservoir near the Wyoming-Utah border.
Great Salt Lake
An expansive view of the turquoise and silver waters of the Great Salt Lake during the final approach.
Antelope Island
The largest island in the Great Salt Lake, visible as the plane maneuvers for landing at SLC.
The right side is ideal for the final approach into SLC, as it provides the best views of the Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island. This side generally has less direct sun glare during the middle of the day for westbound flights.
Book Hotels in Salt Lake CityDistance: 1,856 km (1,153 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 28 min
Departure: STL (38.748697, -90.370003)
Arrival: SLC (40.78839874267578, -111.97799682617188)
Route Type: Domestic
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