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ATL â MCI
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Kansas City International Airport (Kansas City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the rolling Ozark Plateau and is strategically positioned for the best skyline views of Kansas City during the standard arrival sequence.
Atlanta Skyline
Aerial perspective of Downtown and Midtown Atlanta skyscrapers shortly after takeoff.
The Ozarks
Dense forest canopies and rugged terrain of the Ozark National Forest and Plateau.
Lake of the Ozarks
The 'Dragon' shaped reservoir known for its winding shoreline and numerous inlets.
Kansas City Skyline
A clear view of the Power and Light District and the T-Mobile Center during the descent.
Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over the horizon, though be prepared for glare. This side is ideal for spotting the unique geography of the Ozarks as you transition from the Southeast to the Midwest.
Buckhead District
View the northern business hub of Atlanta and the lush 'city in a forest' canopy.
Mississippi River
The massive North American artery marking the transition between the Eastern and Central US.
Truman Sports Complex
Home to Arrowhead Stadium and Kauffman Stadium, visible if the flight path vectors east of the city.
Charles B. Wheeler Airport
The historic downtown airport situated at the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri rivers.
Choose the right side for morning flights to enjoy soft lighting without direct sun exposure. Keep an eye out for the Gateway Arch in St. Louis in the distance if the flight path remains on a more northerly trajectory.
Distance: 1,113 km (692 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: MCI (39.2976, -94.713898)
Route Type: Domestic
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