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PIE → FSD
Which side of the plane to sit from St Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (St. Petersburg) to Joe Foss Field Airport (Sioux Falls)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic coastal views upon departure from Florida and provides the best angle for spotting major river confluences throughout the Midwest.
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Clearwater Beach
Immediate views of the white sands and turquoise waters of the Gulf Coast after takeoff.
Mississippi River Crossing
Aerial view of the massive river system as you transition from the South into the Midwest.
St. Louis Horizon
Distant views of the St. Louis metropolitan area and the Missouri River confluence.
Iowa Heartland
Geometric patterns of the vast agricultural landscape and patchwork fields characteristic of the state.
Big Sioux River
The winding river and the greenery surrounding the falls as you descend into Sioux Falls.
For morning departures, sit on the left to avoid the harsh glare of the rising sun. This side is particularly scenic during the first 20 minutes of the flight as you climb over the Florida coastline and again during the final approach into South Dakota.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesTampa Bay Vista
A panoramic view of the Tampa city skyline and the bustling Port of Tampa during departure.
Land Between the Lakes
The distinct geography of the massive recreation area between the Tennessee and Cumberland rivers.
Midwestern Grid
Extensive views of the section-line roads and rural townships of the American breadbasket.
Des Moines Area
Views of the capital city of Iowa and its surrounding suburban expansion.
Great Plains Horizon
The vast, open expanse of the prairie stretching toward the western horizon.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights, offering beautiful sunset views over the plains. Watch for the 'Jeffersonian Grid'—the perfectly square mile road layouts visible across Illinois and Iowa.
Book Hotels in Sioux FallsDistance: 2,149 km (1,335 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 52 min
Departure: PIE (27.91020012, -82.68740082)
Arrival: FSD (43.5820007324, -96.741897583)
Route Type: Domestic
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