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MCI → MEM
Which side of the plane to sit from Kansas City International Airport (Kansas City) to Memphis International Airport (Memphis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the Ozark Plateau's rugged topography and the intricate oxbow lakes of the Mississippi River during the final descent into Memphis.
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Midwestern Patchwork
Vibrant geometric patterns of Missouri's agricultural heartland stretching toward the horizon.
Ozark National Forest
Densely forested rolling hills and deep valleys of the Ozark Plateau providing a textured green landscape.
Arkansas River Valley
The wide, silty waters of the Arkansas River carving through the landscape north of the Tennessee border.
Mississippi River Bends
Dramatic views of the mighty Mississippi River featuring massive industrial barges and natural oxbow lakes.
The right side is particularly scenic during the golden hour before sunset when the ridges of the Ozarks are accentuated by long shadows. Watch closely during the last 15 minutes of the flight as the plane follows the Mississippi River's path toward the airport. Avoid rows 15-22 on most narrow-body jets to keep the wing from blocking the river views.
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Kansas City Skyline
A panoramic view of the downtown Kansas City skyline and the Power and Light District shortly after departure.
Lake of the Ozarks
The sprawling, serpentine reservoir known as the Magic Dragon is often visible in central Missouri.
Jefferson City
Distal views of the Missouri State Capitol building situated on the bluffs overlooking the Missouri River.
Memphis Pyramid
During the northern approach to MEM, the iconic glass pyramid and downtown bridges appear on the left.
For the best experience, choose a seat ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Missouri River. Morning flights are ideal for this side to avoid the harsh afternoon sun while capturing the reflection of the sun on the Lake of the Ozarks.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 632 km (393 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min
Departure: MCI (39.2976, -94.713898)
Arrival: MEM (35.04240036010742, -89.97669982910156)
Route Type: Domestic
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