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DAY → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from James M Cox Dayton International Airport (Dayton) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the Chicago skyline in the distance, and a more scenic approach into the Twin Cities over St. Paul.
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Lake Michigan
Stunning views of the southern tip of the lake and the Indiana Dunes shoreline.
Chicago Skyline
The Willis Tower and Lake Shore Drive are often visible across the water if the path is clear.
Madison Isthmus
View the Wisconsin State Capitol situated uniquely between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona.
Driftless Area
Observe the rugged, unglaciated hills and valleys of southwestern Wisconsin.
St. Paul Skyline
A close-up view of the Minnesota State Capitol and downtown St. Paul on the final descent.
The right side is the clear winner for morning flights to avoid direct glare. The highlight is the Chicago skyline which is often visible to the north while flying over northern Indiana. On descent into MSP, the right side usually provides the most dramatic views of the Mississippi River bluffs and the downtown St. Paul skyline.
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Aerial view of the sprawling Miami Valley residential areas immediately after takeoff.
Midwestern Grids
Infinite geometric patterns of Indiana and Illinois agricultural fields during cruise.
Mississippi River
Cross the mighty river near the Wisconsin-Minnesota border before beginning descent.
Mall of America
Visible as a massive structure in Bloomington during the final approach to runway 30L.
Sunset Horizon
Ideal side for evening flights to catch the colors of the setting sun over the Great Plains.
Sit here for evening flights to enjoy the sunset. During the winter months, the frozen Mississippi River creates a striking white ribbon through the landscape. Watch for the massive Mall of America complex on the south side of the plane just moments before touchdown if landing to the west.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 923 km (574 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: DAY (39.90240097045898, -84.21939849853516)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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