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MSP → ICT
Which side of the plane to sit from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis) to Wichita Eisenhower National Airport (Wichita)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Mississippi River valley during departure and provides a better perspective of the scenic Flint Hills region in Kansas during the descent.
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Mississippi River
Visible shortly after takeoff from MSP, showcasing the massive waterway and its surrounding floodplains.
Iowa Heartland
Intricate geometric patterns of precision agriculture and the rolling cornfields of central Iowa.
Kansas City Silhouette
On clear days, the distant skyline of Kansas City is often visible to the southeast as you enter Kansas.
The Flint Hills
A stunning look at the undulating, unplowed tallgrass prairie ecosystem, especially vibrant in late spring.
Rural Towns
Clear views of the 'Main Street' grids and grain elevators that define the Midwestern landscape.
For morning flights, the left side faces the sun, which can cause significant glare; opt for an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you for better photography of the Flint Hills. In late spring (April/May), look for controlled burns in the Flint Hills which create dramatic smoke plumes and blackened earth that quickly turns emerald green.
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Minnesota River Valley
Lush river bends and wooded bluffs located just southwest of the Minneapolis metro area.
Glacial Lakes
Clusters of small, sapphire-blue lakes that characterize the southern Minnesota terrain.
Des Moines Skyline
A view of Iowa's capital city, including the gold-domed capitol building if the flight path tracks west.
Missouri River
The flight frequently crosses or parallels this massive river near the Iowa-Nebraska-Kansas border area.
Cheney Reservoir
A large body of water west of Wichita that serves as a major landmark during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. During the winter months, this side offers the best views of the snow-dusted plains and the frozen surfaces of the thousands of lakes in Minnesota and northern Iowa. Watch for the 'grid' of section lines that divide the entire Midwest into perfect squares.
Book Hotels in WichitaDistance: 878 km (546 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Arrival: ICT (37.649899, -97.433098)
Route Type: Domestic
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