About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) to Salt Lake City International (SLC)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Idaho Falls to Salt Lake City. While takeoff offers scenic views on the right, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic and extensive scenery with the Wasatch Range, Great Salt Lake, and Salt Lake Valley—making left-side seats the better overall choice for this short flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Idaho Falls Regional Airport in Idaho Falls?
During takeoff from Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Snake River valley and the Teton Range to the southeast as the aircraft climbs southbound. The left side faces the flat terrain north of Idaho Falls with fewer distinctive features. Notable sights include: Snake River (visible as a winding waterway below), Teton Range (distant peaks to the southeast), Henry's Fork valley, Yellowstone Plateau (hazy outline on horizon).
What can I see when landing at Salt Lake City International in Salt Lake City?
When landing at Salt Lake City International (SLC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Salt Lake City, showing the Wasatch Range and the Great Salt Lake. The approach typically descends from the north, making the left side ideal for viewing these major landmarks. Notable sights include: Wasatch Range (prominent peaks), Great Salt Lake (large body of water), Salt Lake Valley (urban sprawl), Oquirrh Mountains (western rim).
How long is the flight from Idaho Falls to Salt Lake City?
The flight from Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) to Salt Lake City International (SLC) takes Approximately 1 hour.
What does the Idaho Falls to Salt Lake City flight path pass over?
Bear Lake (small alpine lake on the Idaho-Utah border, visible as a blue dot if flight path passes directly over it), transition from Snake River basin to the Bear River drainage, gradual elevation increase as the aircraft approaches the Wasatch Range, views of the Cache Valley floor in northern Utah