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MSP → BHM
Which side of the plane to sit from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis) to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (Birmingham)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Mississippi River's winding path, potential sightings of the St. Louis skyline and Arch, and the striking blue waters of Smith Lake during the descent into Alabama.
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Twin Cities Skyline
Direct views of downtown Minneapolis and the Mall of America immediately following a southbound departure.
Mississippi Meanders
Follow the winding path of the Upper Mississippi River as it carves through the driftless area.
Gateway Arch
Look for the iconic silver silhouette of the St. Louis Arch when the flight path skirts the Missouri border.
Lewis Smith Lake
The deep, clear waters and branching fingers of this major Alabama reservoir during the descent.
Bankhead National Forest
A vast expanse of lush, dense Alabama woodland visible just before reaching the Birmingham metro area.
The right side is the best choice for sunset flights, offering golden hour views over the Missouri Ozarks. Keep a close eye out approximately 60 minutes into the flight for a potential view of the St. Louis skyline.
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St. Croix Valley
The scenic river border between Minnesota and Wisconsin visible shortly after takeoff from MSP.
Midwestern Patchwork
Geometric agricultural patterns across Iowa and Illinois that create a colorful quilt-like landscape.
Land Between the Lakes
The massive recreation area in Kentucky and Tennessee situated between Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake.
Cumberland Plateau
The rugged terrain of the southern Appalachian foothills providing texture to the Tennessee landscape.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It provides excellent views of the Tennessee River crossing near Decatur during the final 20 minutes of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,375 km (854 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Arrival: BHM (33.56290054, -86.75350189)
Route Type: Domestic
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