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FSD → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Joe Foss Field Airport (Sioux Falls) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the approach into Denver, featuring the rising peaks of the Rocky Mountains and the distinctive landscape of the Nebraska Sandhills.
Nebraska Sandhills
The unique, undulating grass-covered dunes of north-central Nebraska, a distinct geographic feature of the Great Plains.
Niobrara River Valley
The scenic, winding path of the Niobrara River as it cuts through the northern Nebraska landscape.
The Front Range
Breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains, including Longs Peak, as the aircraft begins its descent into the Denver basin.
Jeppesen Terminal
A direct view of the iconic white tepee-style peaks of the Denver airport terminal during the landing sequence.
Sit on the right for the best mountain views. In the winter, the snow-capped peaks are highly visible even from a distance. Be aware that afternoon sun can be intense on this side; keep your window shade partially down until the mountains appear.
Sioux Falls Skyline
Aerial views of the Big Sioux River and the downtown area immediately following departure from FSD.
Missouri River Crossing
A crossing of the Missouri River near Yankton, South Dakota, offering views of the Gavins Point Dam.
Nebraska Farmland
Geometric patterns of center-pivot irrigation circles across the vast agricultural heartland.
DEN Solar Farms
The massive solar arrays on the east side of the Denver International Airport grounds during final descent.
Choose this side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Missouri River. It is generally the 'shady' side during afternoon flights heading southwest, which reduces glare for photography.
Distance: 777 km (483 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: FSD (43.5820007324, -96.741897583)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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