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LAN → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Capital City Airport (Lansing) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the northern Lake Michigan coastline and typically provides a more direct panorama of the Minneapolis skyline during the final descent into MSP.
Michigan Forestlands
The patchwork of agricultural fields and dense woodlands that define the central part of the state.
Lake Michigan Bluffs
Striking views of the sandy eastern shoreline and the vast horizon of the Great Lakes.
Fox River Valley
The urbanized corridor of eastern Wisconsin leading north toward the Green Bay area.
St. Croix River
A scenic, protected riverway that flows into the Mississippi, marking the border entry into Minnesota.
Minneapolis Skyline
The premier angle for viewing the skyscrapers of downtown Minneapolis during the standard approach into MSP.
The right side is the best choice for morning flights to see the sunrise reflect off Lake Michigan. For the best view of downtown Minneapolis, hope for a western landing (Runways 30L or 30R) which aligns the plane perfectly with the skyline.
Grand Rapids Cityscape
A clear view of Michigan's second-largest city shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Southern Lake Michigan
Expansive views of the deep blue water and the cargo ships navigating the lake's southern routes.
Madison Isthmus
The unique geographical layout of the Wisconsin state capital situated between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona.
Mississippi River Valley
The winding water corridor that serves as the natural border between Wisconsin and Minnesota.
Mall of America
A distinct bird's-eye view of the massive retail and entertainment complex just south of the airport.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare while crossing the Great Lakes. This side is ideal for spotting the Mall of America during the final seconds of the landing sequence on runways 30L/R.
Distance: 731 km (454 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: LAN (42.77870178222656, -84.58740234375)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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