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IAH → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the winding Mississippi River valley and the rolling hills of the Ozarks, concluding with a scenic approach over the Twin Cities urban landscape.
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Ozark Plateau
The rugged, forested terrain of northern Arkansas and southern Missouri.
Arkansas River
A major waterway crossing through the central United States.
Mississippi River Meanders
The iconic river becomes highly visible as the flight tracks north toward the Twin Cities.
St. Paul Skyline
Direct views of the Minnesota state capital's landmarks during the northern approach.
Mall of America
The massive retail complex is often visible just south of the airport during final descent.
The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun will be behind you or to the east. For the best experience at MSP, look for the 'river approach' where the aircraft follows the Mississippi; the right side typically gets the best view of the river bluffs and the St. Paul cathedral.
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Sam Houston National Forest
Dense pine forests visible shortly after departure from Houston.
The Great Plains
Vast, geometric agricultural patterns across Oklahoma and Kansas.
Des Moines Skyline
The capital of Iowa and its distinct downtown core frequently visible to the west.
Southern Minnesota Lakes
A first glimpse of the 'Land of 10,000 Lakes' as you cross the Iowa-Minnesota border.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour light across the plains without direct glare. This side is excellent for spotting the transition from the humid southern forests to the dry central grasslands.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,667 km (1,036 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 13 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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