The left side wins primarily on the strength of the dramatic Wasatch Range departure, which offers far more terrain drama than the largely flat approach into Dallas; the right side's brief skyline view during landing doesn't offset the lack of mountains or coastline during the long plains-crossing cruise.
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Flight Path
Salt Lake City to Dallas is 999 miles (1,607 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Western Colorado Plateau, southern Rocky Mountain foothills, and the flat plains of Kansas and Oklahoma give way to the North Texas prairie as the route levels out east of the Rockies.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from SLC
LEFTDeparting SLC on the north-south runways, the climb-out and subsequent turn toward the southeast puts the Wasatch Range squarely on the left side of the aircraft. Passengers get a strong close-up of the steep front range peaks and canyons before the plane levels off toward the plains.
Landing at DAL
RIGHTArriving into Dallas Love Field from the northwest on runway 13, the approach turn brings the Dallas downtown skyline into view on the right side of the cabin. It's a brief but recognizable glimpse of the Reunion Tower and downtown high-rises against the flat North Texas landscape.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Salt Lake City International (SLC) to Dallas Love Fld (DAL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Salt Lake City to Dallas. The left side wins primarily on the strength of the dramatic Wasatch Range departure, which offers far more terrain drama than the largely flat approach into Dallas; the right side's brief skyline view during landing doesn't offset the lack of mountains or coastline during the long plains-crossing cruise.
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 Left side for the best views. Departing SLC on the north-south runways, the climb-out and subsequent turn toward the southeast puts the Wasatch Range squarely on the left side of the aircraft. Passengers get a strong close-up of the steep front range peaks and canyons before the plane levels off toward the plains. Notable sights include: Wasatch Range, Mount Olympus, Traverse Mountains, Utah Lake in the distance.
What can I see when landing at Dallas Love Fld in Dallas?
When landing at Dallas Love Fld (DAL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arriving into Dallas Love Field from the northwest on runway 13, the approach turn brings the Dallas downtown skyline into view on the right side of the cabin. It's a brief but recognizable glimpse of the Reunion Tower and downtown high-rises against the flat North Texas landscape. Notable sights include: Downtown Dallas skyline, Reunion Tower, Trinity River, White Rock Lake.
How long is the flight from Salt Lake City to Dallas?
The flight from Salt Lake City International (SLC) to Dallas Love Fld (DAL) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 999 miles (1,607 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Salt Lake City to Dallas flight path pass over?
Western Colorado Plateau, southern Rocky Mountain foothills, and the flat plains of Kansas and Oklahoma give way to the North Texas prairie as the route levels out east of the Rockies.