Salt Lake City to Lewiston is 461 miles (741 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
While takeoff offers excellent Wasatch Range views on the left, the landing descent on the right provides more sustained and dramatic scenery—the Wallowa Mountains and Grande Ronde Valley are more visually distinctive than the relatively distant views during the cruise phase. Right side captures the most geographically significant features of the destination region.
Flight Path
Hells Canyon of the Snake River (visible during cruise phase on left side), Blue Mountains, Grande Ronde Valley, transition from Great Basin terrain to Pacific Northwest topography
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from SLC
LEFTLeft side offers immediate views of the Wasatch Range rising directly north and east of Salt Lake City International. The climb-out path northwestward will keep these peaks visible on the left wing for several minutes during ascent.
Landing at LWS
RIGHTRight side provides views of the Wallowa Mountains and the Grande Ronde Valley as the aircraft descends into Lewiston from the south. The approach path typically brings these features into view on the right wing during final descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Salt Lake City International (SLC) to Lewiston Nez Perce County Airport (LWS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Salt Lake City to Lewiston. While takeoff offers excellent Wasatch Range views on the left, the landing descent on the right provides more sustained and dramatic scenery—the Wallowa Mountains and Grande Ronde Valley are more visually distinctive than the relatively distant views during the cruise phase. Right side captures the most geographically significant features of the destination region.
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. Left side offers immediate views of the Wasatch Range rising directly north and east of Salt Lake City International. The climb-out path northwestward will keep these peaks visible on the left wing for several minutes during ascent. Notable sights include: Wasatch Range (north), Great Salt Lake (northwest), Salt Lake City urban grid (south), Oquirrh Mountains (west).
What can I see when landing at Lewiston Nez Perce County Airport in Lewiston?
When landing at Lewiston Nez Perce County Airport (LWS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Wallowa Mountains and the Grande Ronde Valley as the aircraft descends into Lewiston from the south. The approach path typically brings these features into view on the right wing during final descent. Notable sights include: Wallowa Mountains (southeast), Grande Ronde Valley (south-center), Clearwater River valley (north), Blue Mountains (southwest).
How long is the flight from Salt Lake City to Lewiston?
The flight from Salt Lake City International (SLC) to Lewiston Nez Perce County Airport (LWS) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 461 miles (741 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Salt Lake City to Lewiston flight path pass over?
Hells Canyon of the Snake River (visible during cruise phase on left side), Blue Mountains, Grande Ronde Valley, transition from Great Basin terrain to Pacific Northwest topography