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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a front-row seat to the stunning Door County Peninsula, the vast expanse of northern Lake Michigan, and the scenic bays of northwestern Michigan.

Left Side Highlights
8.2
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St. Paul Skyline

Catch a glimpse of the Minnesota capital immediately after takeoff from MSP, with the Mississippi River winding below.

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Green Bay

See the distinct shape of the bay and potentially Lambeau Field as the flight path crosses into Wisconsin.

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Door County

View the iconic peninsula separating Green Bay from Lake Michigan, known for its scenic lighthouses and parks.

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Lake Michigan

Extensive views of the deep blue water during the mid-flight crossing between Wisconsin and Michigan.

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Sleeping Bear Dunes

Look for the towering sand dunes and the golden coastline of Michigan's Lower Peninsula as you cross the lake.

Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat blur. This route is particularly stunning in the afternoon when the sun is behind you to the south, perfectly illuminating the Wisconsin coastline and Michigan's dunes. Keep an eye out for the distinct 'thumb' of Wisconsin's geography.

Right Side Highlights
6.5
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Mall of America

Located just south of MSP, the massive complex is often visible shortly after departure depending on the runway used.

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Wisconsin Heartland

Rolling hills, patchwork fields, and dense forest cover throughout central and southern Wisconsin.

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Lake Michigan Traffic

Look for cargo ships and tankers traversing the southern half of the lake towards Chicago or Milwaukee.

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Michigan Farmland

The geometric grid-like patterns of rural Michigan agricultural lands during the descent into Saginaw.

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Saginaw Bay

Views of the southwestern tip of Lake Huron and the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge on the approach to MBS.

The right side is best during morning flights to avoid direct glare from the southern sun. Look for the winding paths of the Wisconsin River early in the flight. On exceptionally clear days, you may see the faint outline of the Milwaukee skyline far to the south during the lake crossing.

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Route Information

Distance: 744 km (462 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min

Departure: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)

Arrival: MBS (43.532901763916016, -84.07959747314453)

Route Type: Domestic

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