The right side offers the more dynamic sequence: Sierra Nevada peaks during climb and cruise, the stark Great Basin desert below, and a dramatic Wasatch Range and Great Salt Lake view on final approach into SLC.
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Flight Path
San Jose to Salt Lake City is 583 miles (939 km), a flight of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Sierra Nevada range, Nevada's Great Basin desert basins and ranges, Ruby Mountains, Great Salt Lake
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from SJC
RIGHTDeparting SJC on runway 30 the aircraft climbs northwest over the South Bay before turning east toward Nevada; on the right, passengers get a last look at San Jose's urban grid and the Diablo Range foothills before the Sierra Nevada rises into view ahead.
Landing at SLC
RIGHTOn approach into SLC from the west, the Great Salt Lake's pale shoreline and salt flats spread out ahead, and as the aircraft turns to align with the north-south runways, the jagged Wasatch Range rises dramatically on the right side just east of the airport.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Norman Y Mineta San Jose International (SJC) to Salt Lake City International (SLC)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from San Jose to Salt Lake City. The right side offers the more dynamic sequence: Sierra Nevada peaks during climb and cruise, the stark Great Basin desert below, and a dramatic Wasatch Range and Great Salt Lake view on final approach into SLC.
What can I see during takeoff from Norman Y Mineta San Jose International in San Jose?
During takeoff from Norman Y Mineta San Jose International (SJC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing SJC on runway 30 the aircraft climbs northwest over the South Bay before turning east toward Nevada; on the right, passengers get a last look at San Jose's urban grid and the Diablo Range foothills before the Sierra Nevada rises into view ahead. Notable sights include: South Bay/San Jose skyline, Diablo Range, Sierra Nevada foothills.
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 Right side for the best views. On approach into SLC from the west, the Great Salt Lake's pale shoreline and salt flats spread out ahead, and as the aircraft turns to align with the north-south runways, the jagged Wasatch Range rises dramatically on the right side just east of the airport. Notable sights include: Great Salt Lake, Antelope Island, Wasatch Range, Salt Lake City skyline.
How long is the flight from San Jose to Salt Lake City?
The flight from Norman Y Mineta San Jose International (SJC) to Salt Lake City International (SLC) takes about 1 hour 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 583 miles (939 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the San Jose to Salt Lake City flight path pass over?
Sierra Nevada range, Nevada's Great Basin desert basins and ranges, Ruby Mountains, Great Salt Lake