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DEN → MLI
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Quad City International Airport (Moline)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more scenic perspective of the Platte River valley and the Des Moines metropolitan area, while avoiding the harsh southern sun glare during typical eastbound morning flights.
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Front Range Vistas
Last views of the Rocky Mountains as the flight departs Denver and heads into the plains.
Platte River Valley
The winding South Platte River creates a ribbon of green across the Nebraska landscape.
Des Moines Skyline
A clear view of Iowa's capital city, including the distinctive golden-domed State Capitol building.
Midwestern Patchwork
Iconic views of perfectly rectangular Iowa farm fields and section lines from cruising altitude.
Sit on the left side to avoid direct sun glare on morning flights. In the winter, the snow-covered fields of Nebraska and Iowa create a high-contrast landscape that is especially striking from this side. Look for the Cedar River as you cross into eastern Iowa.
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The High Plains
The vast, open expanse where the Colorado prairie meets the Nebraska border.
Wind Turbine Clusters
Large-scale renewable energy farms featuring hundreds of white turbines spinning in the Nebraska wind.
Historic Rail Lines
Follow the paths of the Union Pacific railroad which helped settle the American West.
Mississippi River Bend
A magnificent view of the river separating Iowa and Illinois just moments before touchdown at MLI.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Great Plains. During the final approach into Moline, keep your camera ready for the Mississippi River and the Rock Island Arsenal, which are frequently visible when landing from the west.
Book Hotels in MolineDistance: 1,207 km (750 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: MLI (41.44850158691406, -90.50749969482422)
Route Type: Domestic
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