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MSP → GEG
Which side of the plane to sit from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis) to Spokane International Airport (Spokane)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the winding Missouri River, the rugged breaks of Montana, and distant glimpses of the northern Rocky Mountains and Glacier National Park wilderness areas.
Missouri River Breaks
Stunning views of the deeply carved river canyons and white cliffs through central Montana.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Colorful buttes and rugged terrain in western North Dakota visible as you head toward the Montana border.
Glacier National Park
On clear days, the high peaks of the Continental Divide and the Lewis Range are visible far to the north.
Lake Pend Oreille
A massive, deep blue glacial lake in the Idaho panhandle visible during the initial descent into Spokane.
Palouse Foothills
The unique rolling wheat fields and agricultural patterns of Eastern Washington as you approach GEG.
The right side is best for morning flights. Keep your eyes peeled for the Missouri River, which the flight path often parallels. During winter, the contrast between the snow and the river breaks in Montana is particularly striking.
Twin Cities Skyline
Views of the Mississippi River and the downtown Minneapolis skyline shortly after takeoff from MSP.
Lake Minnetonka
A massive, intricate network of bays and islands visible as the plane climbs westward over the suburbs.
South Dakota Badlands
The distinct, eroded landscape of the Badlands and the Black Hills can often be seen on the southern horizon.
Custer National Forest
Rolling hills and dense pine forests spanning the border between South Dakota and Montana.
Bitterroot Range
Jagged, snow-capped peaks providing a dramatic backdrop as the flight enters the final descent phase.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to keep the sun at your back, providing better lighting for the transition from the Great Plains to the Rockies. Watch for the Missouri River crossing near central South Dakota.
Distance: 1,886 km (1,172 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min
Departure: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Arrival: GEG (47.61989974975586, -117.53399658203124)
Route Type: Domestic
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