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FSD → PIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Joe Foss Field Airport (Sioux Falls) to St Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Emerald Coast and the white-sand barrier islands of the Florida Gulf Coast during the final descent into the St. Petersburg area.
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Lake of the Ozarks
Identify the distinct serpentine shape of the 'Magic Dragon' lake in central Missouri.
Mobile Bay
A great view of the Port of Mobile and the historic USS Alabama battleship anchored in the bay.
Emerald Coast
The transition from land to the striking turquoise waters of the Gulf near Destin and Panama City.
Clearwater Barrier Islands
Uninterrupted views of the white sand beaches and luxury resorts lining the Gulf of Mexico just before touchdown.
The right side is the clear winner for afternoon flights to witness a spectacular sunset over the Gulf of Mexico. Keep your camera ready as the plane descends over the Florida Panhandle; the contrast between the white sand and turquoise water is most vivid between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
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Des Moines Skyline
Aerial views of the Iowa State Capitol and downtown urban center shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Mississippi River Valley
Look east to see the expansive floodplains and winding bends of the mighty Mississippi River as you cross into the South.
Talladega National Forest
Dense, rolling green canopies of central Alabama's protected forest lands.
Tampa Bay & Skyway
During the final approach, catch a glimpse of the iconic Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the sprawling Tampa metropolitan area.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy a beautiful sunrise over the rural Midwest and the Appalachian foothills. This side is also better for spotting the dense urban layout of the Tampa/St. Pete region during the base leg of the landing pattern.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,149 km (1,335 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 52 min
Departure: FSD (43.5820007324, -96.741897583)
Arrival: PIE (27.91020012, -82.68740082)
Route Type: Domestic
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