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Our Recommendation
7.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Minneapolis skyline upon departure and provides excellent vantage points for the transition from the Great Plains into the scenic Texas Hill Country during the descent.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Minneapolis Skyline

Unobstructed views of the glass towers of downtown Minneapolis and U.S. Bank Stadium during the initial climb.

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Iowa Farmlands

The geometric beauty of the American Heartland with vast patchworks of corn and soybean fields.

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Kansas City View

Often passes west of Kansas City, offering a look at the suburban expansion and the Missouri River bend.

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Oklahoma City

Views of the Devon Tower and the surrounding plains of central Oklahoma as you head toward the Texas border.

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Texas Hill Country

As the plane descends into SAT, enjoy the rolling limestone hills and scrub oak forests characteristic of central Texas.

The right side is the 'sunset side' for late afternoon flights, offering dramatic lighting over the Texas Hill Country. If landing to the south, look for the scenic lakes and rugged terrain northwest of San Antonio during the descent.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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St. Paul Skyline

Aerial views of the Minnesota State Capitol and the historic architecture of downtown St. Paul shortly after takeoff.

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Mississippi River

Watch the winding path of the Upper Mississippi River as it carves through the landscape of southeastern Minnesota.

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The Ozark Edge

Glimpses of the rugged, forested terrain of the western Ozark Plateau as you cross from Missouri into Oklahoma.

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DFW Metroplex

Expansive views of the massive Dallas-Fort Worth urban sprawl, including Love Field and the suburban landscape.

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Downtown San Antonio

On final approach from the north, see the Tower of the Americas and the dense urban core of San Antonio.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also excellent for spotting the sprawling layout of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, which is a major landmark halfway through the journey.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,768 km (1,099 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min

Departure: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)

Arrival: SAT (29.533700942993164, -98.46980285644533)

Route Type: Domestic

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