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LHR â MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the vast Greenland ice sheet and the dramatic North Shore of Lake Superior during the final stages of the flight.
Greenland Ice Cap
Stunning views of the massive, permanent ice sheet and glacial flows moving toward the coast.
Hudson Bay
Often visible if the flight takes a more northerly polar track, featuring icy waters and remote Canadian tundra.
Canadian Shield
Infinite stretches of boreal forest and ancient rock formations across Northern Ontario.
Lake Superior
The plane typically crosses the world's largest freshwater lake, offering views of the rugged North Shore.
Minneapolis Skyline
Depending on the wind and landing runway, the right side often gets a direct view of the downtown skyscrapers.
The right side is ideal for photographers as the sun remains on the opposite side of the aircraft, providing soft, indirect light on the Greenland glaciers and the Canadian wilderness. If you are flying in winter, watch for the Aurora Borealis if the flight is delayed into the evening. On approach to MSP, the right side is generally better for seeing the city skyline if landing on the 30 runways.
Windsor Castle
Shortly after departure from LHR, the left side often provides a clear view of the historic royal residence.
The Hebrides
As the plane tracks northwest over Scotland, look for the rugged islands of the Inner and Outer Hebrides.
Cape Farewell
The southern tip of Greenland offers views of jagged fjords, icebergs calving into the Atlantic, and deep blue water.
Boundary Waters
Entering U.S. airspace, the landscape transitions into a mosaic of thousands of lakes in Northern Minnesota.
St. Croix River
During the descent into MSP, the scenic river border between Wisconsin and Minnesota is frequently visible.
Sit on the left if you want a chance to see London's western suburbs and Windsor on takeoff. During the mid-flight crossing of Greenland, you'll see more of the southern coastline and floating icebergs. Since this is a westward daytime flight, the sun will be on the left (south) for much of the journey, so keep your window shade partially down to avoid glare while searching for landmarks.
Distance: 6,443 km (4,003 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 35 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: International
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