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PIA → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport (Peoria) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the winding Illinois River after takeoff and the spectacular bluffs of the Mississippi River Valley and Lake Pepin during the descent into the Twin Cities.
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Illinois River Valley
Immediate views of the Illinois River and its surrounding forest preserves shortly after departing Peoria.
The Driftless Area
The unique, rugged terrain of unglaciated hills and deep valleys near the intersection of Iowa, Wisconsin, and Minnesota.
Lake Pepin
The widest natural part of the Mississippi River, framed by dramatic limestone bluffs and the quaint town of Lake City.
St. Paul Skyline
Direct views of the Minnesota State Capitol and the downtown St. Paul skyline on the final approach into MSP.
Mall of America
A bird's-eye view of one of the world's largest shopping complexes located just south of the airport runways.
Request a window seat on the right for the best views of the Mississippi River bluffs, which are particularly stunning in mid-October during peak fall foliage. Morning flights provide the best lighting for photos as the sun illuminates the river valley from the east.
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Quad Cities
A clear view of the urban sprawl where Moline, Rock Island, and Davenport meet at the bend of the Mississippi River.
Midwestern Heartland
Vast, intricate geometric patterns of Illinois and Iowa farmland that change colors dramatically with the seasons.
Minnesota River Valley
The wide, meandering wetlands of the Minnesota River visible as the plane enters the MSP terminal area.
The left side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the vast Midwestern horizon. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes into the flight for the Mississippi River crossing near the Quad Cities.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 550 km (342 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 55 min
Departure: PIA (40.664199829100006, -89.6932983398)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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