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MOT → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Minot International Airport (Minot) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this south-bound route, offering potential views of the edge of the Black Hills and a spectacular panoramic approach toward the Colorado Front Range and the Rocky Mountains.
Badlands Fringe
If the flight path trends west, you may catch the rugged, eroded edges of the South Dakota Badlands and the distant dark silhouette of the Black Hills.
Nebraska Sandhills
Fly over the largest sand dune formation in America, characterized by rolling grass-covered hills and unique geological ripples.
The Front Range
Upon entering Colorado, the entire horizon is dominated by the Rocky Mountains, including Longs Peak and the Continental Divide.
Pawnee National Grassland
Look for the iconic Pawnee Buttes rising from the flat plains of Northern Colorado shortly before the descent into Denver.
The right side is the definitive choice for afternoon or evening flights to see the sunset behind the Rockies. During the descent into DEN, the mountains will be prominently visible to the west. Aim for a seat in front of the wing for the most unobstructed view of the mountain silhouette against the horizon.
Lake Oahe & Missouri River
Watch for the massive Missouri River system and the expansive Lake Oahe reservoir winding through central South Dakota.
High Plains Agriculture
Observe the intricate geometric patterns of center-pivot irrigation circles across the South Dakota and Nebraska border.
Lake McConaughy
As you cross into Nebraska, look for the deep blue waters and white sandy beaches of the state's largest reservoir.
Denver Metro View
On specific landing patterns, the left side offers a clear view of the sprawling Denver metropolitan suburbs and Buckley Space Force Base.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Great Plains. Keep an eye out for the glittering Missouri River shortly after takeoff from Minot. In the winter, the snow-dusted grid patterns of the rural Midwest provide a sharp, stark geometric beauty.
Distance: 972 km (604 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: MOT (48.2593994140625, -101.27999877929688)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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