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MSP → IMT
Which side of the plane to sit from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis) to Ford Airport (Iron Mountain)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of the Twin Cities skyline upon departure and offers a superior perspective of the dense Northwoods lake districts of Wisconsin.
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Minneapolis Skyline
Aerial view of downtown Minneapolis and the U.S. Bank Stadium immediately after takeoff from MSP.
St. Croix River
The scenic, winding river that serves as the natural border between Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Chequamegon-Nicolet Forest
Vast stretches of deep green pine and hardwood forests spanning northern Wisconsin.
Northwoods Lake District
Thousands of small, glacial lakes near Minocqua and Rhinelander glimmering in the sunlight.
Menominee River
The rugged waterway marking the approach into the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. This side offers the best photography opportunities for the 'Land of 10,000 Lakes' aesthetic as you cross the Wisconsin border. Look down shortly after takeoff for the best view of the Mississippi River confluence.
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St. Paul State Capitol
Views of the white marble dome and the historic architecture of Minnesota's capital city.
Chippewa Valley
The industrial and natural landscape surrounding Eau Claire and the Chippewa River.
Rib Mountain
A prominent billion-year-old billion-year-old monadnock rising above the city of Wausau.
Iron Mountain Mines
Visible open pits and historical mining infrastructure on the final approach into IMT.
Central Wisconsin Farmsteads
The patchwork quilt pattern of dairy farms transitioning into the northern wilderness.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind the aircraft. During autumn (late September to mid-October), this side offers spectacular views of the changing foliage in the Chippewa Valley. Watch for Rib Mountain near Wausau, which is easily identifiable by its ski runs.
Book Hotels in Iron MountainDistance: 412 km (256 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 41 min
Departure: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Arrival: IMT (45.8184013367, -88.11450195309999)
Route Type: Domestic
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