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OMA → STL
Which side of the plane to sit from Eppley Airfield (Omaha) to St Louis Lambert International Airport (St. Louis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers and a better probability of viewing the St. Louis skyline and Gateway Arch during the standard approach into STL.
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Loess Hills
Unique wind-deposited silt formations visible along the Iowa border immediately after departure from Omaha.
Missouri River Bends
Captivating views of the winding river's oxbows and the agricultural division between Nebraska and Iowa.
Midwestern Mosaic
A vast, geometric patchwork of Iowa and Missouri farmland that changes colors significantly with the seasons.
The Great Confluence
The spectacular meeting point where the brown waters of the Missouri flow into the blue-green Mississippi River near Alton.
St. Louis Skyline
Prime views of the Gateway Arch and the downtown urban core during the final descent into Lambert International.
Book a window seat on the left (typically 'A' seats) for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is especially rewarding in the autumn when the Loess Hills and river valleys show vibrant foliage. Keep your camera ready as you pass north of St. Charles for the river confluence.
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Downtown Omaha
A clear view of the First National Bank Tower and the Omaha skyline shortly after takeoff from OMA.
Missouri Floodplains
Expansive views of the fertile floodplains and levees that line the western edge of the flight path.
Mark Twain Lake
Depending on the specific flight vector, you may spot this large reservoir located in Northeast Missouri.
Spirit of St. Louis Airport
A top-down view of the busy corporate airfield in Chesterfield during the initial descent phase.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights, providing a panoramic view of the sun dipping below the horizon over the Great Plains. Watch for the Missouri River crossing just west of the airport, which offers a sense of the massive scale of the river valley's width.
Book Hotels in St. LouisDistance: 549 km (341 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 55 min
Departure: OMA (41.3032, -95.894096)
Arrival: STL (38.748697, -90.370003)
Route Type: Domestic
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