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MSP → LEX
Which side of the plane to sit from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis) to Blue Grass Airport (Lexington KY)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of major urban landmarks, including the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan, alongside the winding Mississippi River valley during departure.
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Twin Cities Skyline
Immediate views of downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul depending on the departure runway.
Mississippi River
Follow the winding path of the Great River as it carves through the bluffs of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Chicago & Lake Michigan
Dramatic high-altitude views of the Windy City and the deep blue expanse of the lake to the east.
Indianapolis
A clear view of the 'Circle City' and its radial street grid during the mid-flight descent phase.
Ohio River
The scenic transition from the flat plains of Indiana into the rolling hills of Northern Kentucky.
Book a left-side window seat for the best panoramic views of the Chicago skyline. Morning flights are ideal for this side as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the ground features perfectly without glare. Watch for the 'Circle City' of Indianapolis approximately 30 minutes before arrival.
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Minnesota River Valley
Lush wetlands and river bends located just south of MSP airport during the initial climb.
Driftless Area
Unique, unglaciated terrain featuring deep valleys and high ridges in southwestern Wisconsin.
Midwestern Farm Mosaic
The geometric precision of the American heartland's agriculture across Illinois and Indiana.
Bluegrass Horse Farms
Iconic white-fenced paddocks and historic thoroughbred estates as you enter the Lexington area.
Keeneland Race Course
The historic stone grandstands and track are often visible on the final approach into LEX.
The right side is best for the final five minutes of the flight. As the plane descends into Blue Grass Airport, look for the meticulously manicured horse farms that make the region famous. Late afternoon flights provide beautiful long shadows that highlight the rolling topography of the Kentucky Palisades.
Book Hotels in Lexington KYDistance: 1,045 km (649 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Arrival: LEX (38.0364990234375, -84.60590362548828)
Route Type: Domestic
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