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Our Recommendation
7.2

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side is slightly more scenic as it provides a better angle of the Southern Rocky Mountains during departure and offers views of the Ozark plateaus and recreational lakes during the descent into Springfield.

Right Side Highlights
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Pikes Peak

A prominent view of the 14,115-foot summit is visible to the southwest during the initial climb out of Denver.

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Colorado Springs

Look for the urban sprawl at the foot of the mountains as the plane transitions from the Rockies to the plains.

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Arkansas River Basin

Observe the winding green corridor of the Arkansas River as it cuts through the dry Kansas landscape.

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Ozark Plateau

The landscape shifts dramatically from flat plains to the dense, rolling oak-hickory forests of Missouri.

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Table Rock Lake

The sparkling waters and jagged shoreline of the Ozark lakes are often visible during the final approach into SGF.

Sit on the right for afternoon flights to see the Rockies illuminated by the setting sun. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, keep your window shade up to see the sudden transition into the hilly Ozark terrain.

Left Side Highlights
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Jeppesen Terminal

View the iconic white-tented roof of the Denver International Airport immediately after takeoff.

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Northern Front Range

On clear days, look north to spot the snow-capped peak of Longs Peak in the distance.

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Agricultural Mosaics

Witness the vast circular patterns of center-pivot irrigation systems across the Kansas plains.

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Topeka

Depending on the flight path, the state capital of Kansas can often be seen to the north.

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Great Plains Horizons

Experience the immense scale of the American Midwest with 360-degree horizon views.

Morning departures are best for this side to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. This side offers the best perspective of the geometric precision of the High Plains agricultural landscape.

Top Activities in Springfield
Route Information

Distance: 1,023 km (636 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min

Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)

Arrival: SGF (37.24570084, -93.38860321)

Route Type: Domestic

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