Right-side seats capture the most dramatic scenery: the Wasatch Range during takeoff and the Front Range during descent. Although left offers good Denver views on approach, the right side's mountain views bookend the flight with more visually striking terrain.
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Flight Path
Salt Lake City to Denver is 366 miles (590 km), a flight of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Uinta Basin and approaches the Colorado Front Range from the northwest. Midway through the flight, passengers may glimpse the Book Cliffs (a long escarpment visible from altitude) to the east-southeast of Salt Lake City, and as the aircraft descends into Denver airspace, the transition from high desert to the foothills becomes apparent. The South Platte River drainage and the I-25 corridor become visible in the final descent phase.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from SLC
RIGHTRight-side seats offer immediate views of the Wasatch Range as the aircraft climbs southeast from Salt Lake City. The mountains rise dramatically to the east, providing striking relief and snow-capped peaks (seasonal) that dominate the early climb-out phase.
Landing at BJC
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Denver. The aircraft approaches from the northwest, and left-side passengers see the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains rising dramatically ahead, with Denver's urban sprawl visible below and to the left as the plane descends toward Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Salt Lake City International (SLC) to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Salt Lake City to Denver. Right-side seats capture the most dramatic scenery: the Wasatch Range during takeoff and the Front Range during descent. Although left offers good Denver views on approach, the right side's mountain views bookend the flight with more visually striking terrain.
What can I see during takeoff from Salt Lake City International in Salt Lake City?
During takeoff from Salt Lake City International (SLC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer immediate views of the Wasatch Range as the aircraft climbs southeast from Salt Lake City. The mountains rise dramatically to the east, providing striking relief and snow-capped peaks (seasonal) that dominate the early climb-out phase. Notable sights include: Wasatch Range, Great Salt Lake (visible to the northwest as you climb), Salt Lake City urban grid, Antelope Island.
What can I see when landing at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Denver?
When landing at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Denver. The aircraft approaches from the northwest, and left-side passengers see the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains rising dramatically ahead, with Denver's urban sprawl visible below and to the left as the plane descends toward Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport. Notable sights include: Front Range (Rocky Mountains), Denver metropolitan area, South Platte River valley, Bear Creek drainage.
How long is the flight from Salt Lake City to Denver?
The flight from Salt Lake City International (SLC) to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC) takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 366 miles (590 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Salt Lake City to Denver flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Uinta Basin and approaches the Colorado Front Range from the northwest. Midway through the flight, passengers may glimpse the Book Cliffs (a long escarpment visible from altitude) to the east-southeast of Salt Lake City, and as the aircraft descends into Denver airspace, the transition from high desert to the foothills becomes apparent. The South Platte River drainage and the I-25 corridor become visible in the final descent phase.