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MOT → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Minot International Airport (Minot) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Missouri River early in the flight and provides a spectacular view of the Minneapolis skyline and the Mall of America during the standard landing approach.
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Missouri River Valley
The winding Missouri River and its surrounding bluffs visible shortly after takeoff.
Fargo-Moorhead Metro
Aerial views of the largest urban center in the region along the Red River.
Alexandria Lake Chain
A beautiful sequence of interconnected lakes including Lake Miltona and Lake Ida.
Minneapolis Skyline
Iconic views of the glass skyscrapers of downtown Minneapolis on the final descent.
Mall of America
A perfect bird's-eye view of the massive retail complex located adjacent to MSP airport.
The right side is ideal for sunset views on evening flights. For the best landing experience, keep your camera ready as you pass over the Minnesota River—the Mall of America and the Minneapolis skyline usually appear just minutes before touchdown.
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North Dakota Prairie
Vast, intricate geometric patterns of the Great Plains agricultural grid.
Devils Lake Basin
Large, scenic lake system known for its unique fluctuating water levels.
Red River Valley
The incredibly flat and fertile valley marking the border between ND and MN.
Central MN Lakes
Dense clusters of blue glacial lakes as you cross into the 'Land of 10,000 Lakes'.
St. Paul Skyline
Glimpses of the Minnesota State Capitol and the cathedral if approaching from the east.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Look for the distinct transition from the flat prairies of North Dakota to the hilly, lake-dense terrain of central Minnesota about halfway through the flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 721 km (448 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 12 min
Departure: MOT (48.2593994140625, -101.27999877929688)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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