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Tip: Sit on the left side for takeoff.

When departing to the south, the left side offers views of the winding Missouri River and the Kansas City skyline in the distance.

MCI β†’ LGA
Kansas City to New York
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The left side is widely considered the 'money side' for this route, primarily due to the approach into LaGuardia. Depending on the wind direction, aircraft often perform the 'Park Visual' or an approach over the East River, offering a front-row seat to the entire Manhattan skyline and Central Park.

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9.2
MCI β†’ DCA
Kansas City to Washington
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The left side is the clear winner for this route, primarily due to the spectacular 'River Visual' approach into DCA. Passengers on the left get an unparalleled view of the National Mall, including the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and White House, as the plane follows the Potomac River for landing.

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9.2
MCI β†’ PDX
Kansas City to Portland
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While both sides offer stunning views of the Rockies and Cascades, the right side is superior for its proximity to the iconic Grand Tetons and the breathtaking sequence of Pacific Northwest volcanoes including Mount St. Helens and Mount Adams during the descent.

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9.2
MCI β†’ SAN
Kansas City to San Diego
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The right side offers a superior panorama of the American West's most iconic geological features, including the Grand Canyon and Sedona, culminating in a world-famous landing over the San Diego skyline.

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9.2
MCI β†’ LAX
Kansas City to Los Angeles
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The right side is the premier choice for this route, offering the best vantage points for the Grand Canyon, Lake Mead, and the Las Vegas skyline, which typically lie to the north of the standard flight path.

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9.0
MCI β†’ SFO
Kansas City to San Francisco
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The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including the Great Salt Lake, a perfect view of Lake Tahoe, and the iconic San Francisco Bay approach.

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8.9
MCI β†’ OAK
Kansas City to Oakland
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While both sides offer stunning views of the American West, the right side is the winner for its proximity to Lake Tahoe and the spectacular aerial views of the San Francisco skyline and bridges during the descent into the Bay Area.

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8.8
MCI β†’ LAS
Kansas City to Las Vegas
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While both sides are spectacular, the left side typically offers a superior angle for viewing the Grand Canyon's eastern reaches, the vast expanse of Lake Mead, and the iconic Hoover Dam during the final descent into Las Vegas.

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8.8
MCI β†’ CUN
Kansas City to Cancun
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The left side is superior for the arrival phase, offering iconic views of the turquoise Caribbean waters, Isla Mujeres, and the Cancun Hotel Zone upon descent.

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8.8
MCI β†’ MDW
Kansas City to Chicago
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The left side is the clear winner for this route, providing a spectacular panoramic view of the Chicago skyline, including the Willis Tower and the Lake Michigan waterfront, during the descent into Midway.

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8.7
MCI β†’ MKE
Kansas City to Milwaukee
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The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Mississippi River crossing and the iconic lakefront approach into Milwaukee, featuring the city skyline and the Milwaukee Art Museum.

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8.5
MCI β†’ PHX
Kansas City to Phoenix
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The right side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic geographical transition, showcasing the southern Rocky Mountains, the expansive Painted Desert, and the iconic Mogollon Rim escarpment.

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