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MSP → BOI
Which side of the plane to sit from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis) to Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field (Boise)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the Midwest prairies to the rugged Badlands and the majestic Black Hills of South Dakota, followed by the jagged peaks of the Bighorn Mountains.
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Upper Midwest Prairies
Expansive views of the geometric agricultural patterns across Minnesota and South Dakota.
Badlands National Park
Striking views of the eroded buttes, pinnacles, and spires of the South Dakota Badlands.
The Black Hills
The dark, forested uplift of the Black Hills rising sharply from the surrounding plains.
Bighorn Mountains
Snow-capped ridges and high-altitude plateaus as you cross into Wyoming.
Snake River Plain
The vast volcanic crescent of southern Idaho leading into the Boise valley.
Since this is a westward flight, the sun will be on the left (south) for much of the day. For the best photography without glare, choose a morning flight when the sun is behind the aircraft. Look for the distinct color change in the earth as you pass over the Missouri River. In winter, the snow highlights the deep textures of the Badlands canyons beautifully.
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Minnesota Lakes
A dense cluster of blue lakes dotting the landscape immediately after takeoff from MSP.
Lake Oahe
The massive reservoir on the Missouri River created by Oahe Dam.
Devils Tower National Monument
A distant but iconic view of the massive igneous intrusion in northeast Wyoming.
Absaroka Range
Rugged mountains on the northern edge of the flight path near Yellowstone.
Craters of the Moon
The dark, jagged expanse of dormant lava flows in central Idaho.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to avoid direct sunlight and enjoy the golden hour over the Rockies. Keep an eye out for the distinctive silhouette of Devils Tower about halfway through the flight. If the sky is clear, you can sometimes spot the distant thermal steam from the Yellowstone plateau to the north.
Book Hotels in BoiseDistance: 1,833 km (1,139 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Arrival: BOI (43.5644, -116.223)
Route Type: Domestic
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