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CWA → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Central Wisconsin Airport (Wassau) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for Rib Mountain shortly after takeoff and typically offers the most iconic views of the Twin Cities skylines and the St. Croix River valley during the final approach.
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Rib Mountain State Park
Visible almost immediately after takeoff, this massive quartzite ridge is one of the highest points in Wisconsin.
St. Croix River
The picturesque National Scenic Riverway marks the boundary between the two states, visible during the descent.
Twin Cities Skylines
Stunning views of both downtown St. Paul and the skyscrapers of Minneapolis, including U.S. Bank Stadium.
MSP Airport Layout
A great perspective of the massive MSP terminal complex and parallel runway operations during the final seconds of flight.
Keep your camera ready during the first 5 minutes for Rib Mountain. For the best skyline views, hope for a western landing pattern where the plane flies past downtown St. Paul. Evening flights offer a spectacular view of the city lights reflecting off the many area lakes.
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Driftless Area Edge
Observe the transition from flat farmland to the rolling hills and deep valleys characteristic of western Wisconsin.
Mississippi River Crossing
A beautiful view of the winding Mississippi River as you cross the border from Wisconsin into Minnesota.
Southern Metro Suburbs
Views of the sprawling southern Twin Cities suburbs and the Minnesota River valley as the plane aligns for landing.
On morning flights, the left side is shaded, making it easier to photograph the landscape without glare. Look for the distinct patterns of Wisconsin's dairy farms and the silver ribbons of the Chippewa River mid-flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 281 km (175 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: CWA (44.7775993347, -89.6668014526)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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