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LNK → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Lincoln Airport (Lincoln) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Omaha metropolitan area shortly after departure and provides a more direct view of the Mississippi River and the St. Paul skyline during the standard approach into MSP.
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Omaha Skyline
Shortly after takeoff from Lincoln, look east to see the skyscrapers of downtown Omaha and the Missouri River waterfront.
Missouri River S-Curves
Follow the winding path of the Missouri River as it carves through the landscape between Nebraska and Iowa.
St. Paul Urban Core
Excellent views of the Minnesota State Capitol and the historic downtown St. Paul buildings on the final approach.
Mississippi River Confluence
View the massive bend where the Minnesota River joins the Mississippi right next to the airport grounds.
The right side is best for morning flights to see the sunrise. On approach into MSP, this side typically offers the best view of the 'Twin Cities' distinction, clearly showing the density of St. Paul compared to the river valleys. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes after takeoff for Omaha and 10 minutes before landing for the river systems.
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Nebraska Agricultural Grid
View the intricate geometric patterns of center-pivot irrigation and rolling farmland common in Eastern Nebraska.
Loess Hills Edge
A unique geological formation of wind-deposited silt that creates rugged bluffs along the river valley.
Southern Minnesota Lakes
As the plane enters Minnesota airspace, look for the first clusters of glacial lakes and wetlands characteristic of the region.
Eden Prairie and Suburbs
During the descent, catch views of the green, lake-filled suburbs of the southwestern Twin Cities metro.
Sit on the left side during evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the Great Plains. This side is also better if the flight path takes a wide western loop for landing, offering views of Lake Minnetonka. Watch for the change from golden-brown Nebraska fields to the deep green and blue of the Minnesota lake country.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 533 km (331 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: LNK (40.85100173950195, -96.75920104980467)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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