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MSP → FSD
Which side of the plane to sit from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis) to Joe Foss Field Airport (Sioux Falls)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic Buffalo Ridge wind farms and a better perspective of the Twin Cities skyline during the initial climb out of MSP.
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Minneapolis Skyline
A clear view of the downtown skyscrapers as the plane banks toward the southwest after takeoff.
Buffalo Ridge
A massive expanse of wind turbines situated on a prominent glacial moraine near the South Dakota border.
Pipestone Area
The landscape around the historic red pipestone quarries, visible as the flight approaches the state line.
Big Sioux River
The winding river that defines the eastern edge of Sioux Falls and provides the city's namesake waterfalls.
The wind turbines on Buffalo Ridge are a highlight of this short route; they are most visible on the right side. This flight is brief and remains at a relatively low altitude, so keep your camera ready from takeoff to landing.
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Mall of America
Visible immediately after departure, this massive complex is located just southwest of the MSP runways.
Minnesota River Valley
Deeply carved river loops and wetlands providing a sharp contrast to the surrounding urban landscape.
Midwestern Patchwork
Endless geometric patterns of southern Minnesota's rich agricultural heartland.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Watch for the many small glacial lakes scattered across the landscape as you cross into the southwestern corner of Minnesota.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 315 km (196 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 32 min
Departure: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Arrival: FSD (43.5820007324, -96.741897583)
Route Type: Domestic
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