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MSP → MBS
Which side of the plane to sit from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis) to MBS International Airport (Saginaw)?
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.
St. Paul Skyline
Catch a glimpse of the Minnesota capital immediately after takeoff from MSP, with the Mississippi River winding below.
Green Bay
See the distinct shape of the bay and potentially Lambeau Field as the flight path crosses into Wisconsin.
Door County
View the iconic peninsula separating Green Bay from Lake Michigan, known for its scenic lighthouses and parks.
Lake Michigan
Extensive views of the deep blue water during the mid-flight crossing between Wisconsin and Michigan.
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.
Mall of America
Located just south of MSP, the massive complex is often visible shortly after departure depending on the runway used.
Wisconsin Heartland
Rolling hills, patchwork fields, and dense forest cover throughout central and southern Wisconsin.
Lake Michigan Traffic
Look for cargo ships and tankers traversing the southern half of the lake towards Chicago or Milwaukee.
Michigan Farmland
The geometric grid-like patterns of rural Michigan agricultural lands during the descent into Saginaw.
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.
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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