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MCI → SLN
Which side of the plane to sit from Kansas City International Airport (Kansas City) to Salina Municipal Airport (Salina)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the scenic Flint Hills transition, the 'Little Apple' city of Manhattan, and the impressive Tuttle Creek Lake, while generally avoiding the direct southern sun glare.
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Missouri River
A great view of the winding Missouri River and the historic town of Leavenworth immediately after takeoff from MCI.
Manhattan & K-State
Get a bird's-eye view of the Kansas State University campus, including the prominent Bill Snyder Family Stadium.
Tuttle Creek Lake
See the massive earth-fill dam and the northern stretches of the Blue River valley as it feeds into the lake.
Smoky Hills Wind Farms
Spot the large-scale wind turbine clusters dotting the horizon as the landscape transitions into the Smoky Hills region near Salina.
The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun will be behind you. Look for the distinct 'checkered' pattern of the Kansas farmland, which is particularly striking during the green-up in late spring or the golden harvest in autumn.
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Kansas City Skyline
Distant but clear views of the downtown Kansas City skyscrapers and the Power & Light District shortly after departure.
Topeka State Capitol
Identify the copper dome of the Kansas State Capitol building as the flight passes over the capital city.
Milford Lake
View the expansive blue waters of Kansas' largest reservoir and the surrounding recreation areas near Junction City.
Flint Hills Heartland
Witness the iconic rolling tallgrass prairie landscape which represents one of the most untouched ecosystems in North America.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Kansas River valley. During afternoon flights, be prepared for significant sun glare as the plane travels west-southwest; keep your window shade partially closed until passing landmarks.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 260 km (162 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: MCI (39.2976, -94.713898)
Arrival: SLN (38.79100036621094, -97.6521987915039)
Route Type: Domestic
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