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FNT → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Bishop International Airport (Flint) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Door County peninsula while crossing Lake Michigan and provides a better vantage point of the St. Paul skyline and the State Capitol during the descent into MSP.
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Manistee National Forest
Vast stretches of Michigan's northern woodlands that change color brilliantly in the autumn.
Door County Peninsula
The scenic 'thumb' of Wisconsin jutting into Lake Michigan, featuring rugged shorelines and islands.
Green Bay
View the historic bay and potentially Lambeau Field depending on the specific flight corridor.
St. Croix River Bluffs
Scenic river valley and steep bluffs that define the natural border of Minnesota.
St. Paul Skyline
A clear view of the Minnesota State Capitol dome and the historic downtown St. Paul area.
This is the best side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better visibility. The crossing of Lake Michigan near Door County is the geographic highlight; look for Washington Island at the very tip of the peninsula. During winter, look for the ice pack forming along the Green Bay shoreline.
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Grand Rapids Skyline
View the urban layout and riverfront of West Michigan's largest city shortly after departure.
Silver Lake Dunes
The distinctive shifting sand dunes along the Lake Michigan shoreline before the water crossing.
Lake Winnebago
Wisconsin's largest inland lake, easily identifiable by its massive rectangular shape.
Mississippi River
The iconic crossing of the great river marking the border between Wisconsin and Minnesota.
Mall of America
The massive retail complex and Nickelodeon Universe glass roof visible on southern landing patterns.
Choose this side for spectacular sunset views during evening flights as you head west. During the final approach, keep your camera ready for the Mall of America, which is located just south of the airport runways. In winter, the frozen patterns on Lake Winnebago provide excellent geometric photography opportunities.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 788 km (490 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 19 min
Departure: FNT (42.96540069580078, -83.74359893798828)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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