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MSP → IND
Which side of the plane to sit from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis) to Indianapolis International Airport (Indianapolis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a distinct advantage as it frequently provides a panoramic view of the southern Lake Michigan shoreline and a distant view of the Chicago skyline during the descent into Indiana.
Twin Cities Skyline
Immediately after takeoff, catch a sweeping view of the St. Paul skyline and the Mississippi River bend.
St. Croix River
Aerial view of the National Scenic Riverway which forms the natural border between Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Lake Michigan Coast
On many flight paths, the blue expanse of Lake Michigan is visible to the east as you approach the Indiana border.
Chicago Skyline
On clear days, the Willis Tower and Chicago's lakefront skyscrapers are visible on the horizon to the south.
Gary Industrial Zone
Unique aerial perspective of the massive steel mills and industrial ports along the southern tip of Lake Michigan.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. The best views of the Chicago skyline usually occur about 35-45 minutes into the flight. Choose a seat in front of the wing for an unobstructed view of the Great Lakes coastline.
Mississippi Confluence
Early flight views of the Minnesota River merging into the Mississippi near Fort Snelling.
Midwestern Heartland
Geometric patterns of vast agricultural fields across Iowa and Illinois, particularly beautiful during harvest season.
Wabash River
View the winding paths of the Wabash River as it meanders through the rural landscapes of Western Indiana.
Indianapolis Approach
Views of the sprawling suburbs and Eagle Creek Reservoir just before touching down at IND.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to witness the sunset over the vast plains of the Midwest. Keep an eye out for the complex river systems of the Mississippi Valley in the first 15 minutes of the journey.
Distance: 808 km (502 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Arrival: IND (39.7173, -86.294403)
Route Type: Domestic
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