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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†’ ABQ
Kansas City to Albuquerque
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The Right Side offers a more dramatic transition from the rolling Kansas prairies to the rugged landscapes of the Southern Rockies and the iconic Sandia Mountains during the descent into Albuquerque.

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7.5
MCI β†’ MSY
Kansas City to New Orleans
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The left side is generally superior for this route as it provides a clearer view of the Kansas City skyline during departure and the iconic approach over Lake Pontchartrain into New Orleans.

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7.5
MCI β†’ BNA
Kansas City to Nashville
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The left side is generally superior for this route because it offers a greater chance to see the St. Louis skyline and the Gateway Arch when passing the Mississippi River, along with sweeping views of the Ohio River valley.

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7.5
MCI β†’ MSP
Kansas City to Minneapolis
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The right side offers the most iconic views of the Mississippi River valley and the St. Paul skyline during the final approach into MSP.

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7.4
MCI β†’ MEM
Kansas City to Memphis
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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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7.2
MCI β†’ DTW
Kansas City to Detroit
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The left side offers superior views of the southern tip of Lake Michigan and the urban layout of Ann Arbor, plus it avoids the direct southern sun glare during the midday journey east.

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7.2
MCI β†’ MCO
Kansas City to Orlando
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The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the best chance to spot the iconic Florida theme parks and the winding Ozark waterways during the initial climb.

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7.2
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