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PSP → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Palm Springs International Airport (Palm Springs) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Utah canyonlands and the heart of the Rocky Mountains without the glare of the southern sun.
San Jacinto Peak
Dramatic views of the nearly 11,000-foot granite face immediately after departing the Coachella Valley.
Utah Canyonlands
Aerial views of the distinct red rock formations and deep carvings of Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks.
Rocky Mountain National Park
Snow-capped peaks and high-alpine tundra of the Colorado Front Range as you head toward the plains.
Platte River
The wide, braided channels of the Platte River snaking across the flat expanse of Nebraska.
Des Moines
The urban center of Iowa and its surrounding patchwork of emerald green and gold farmlands.
Lake Minnetonka
On approach to MSP, see the sprawling, irregular shoreline of one of Minnesota's most famous lakes.
For morning flights, the left side avoids direct glare, providing crisp views of Utah's geology. Aim for a seat in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the Rocky Mountain peaks. During winter, look for the 'quilt' effect of snow-covered cornfields in Iowa.
Joshua Tree
The unique boulder-strewn landscapes and high-desert terrain of the Yucca Valley just east of PSP.
Grand Canyon (Distant)
Depending on the flight path, the North Rim and the vast Kaibab Plateau are often visible on the horizon.
Pikes Peak
The most famous 'fourteener' in Colorado stands prominently as the plane crosses the Front Range.
Agricultural Grid
A perfect geometric display of circular irrigation patterns and square farm plots across the Midwest.
Mississippi River
A majestic view of the river's winding path as it separates the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Sit on the right for afternoon flights to enjoy the warm 'golden hour' glow over the Midwest. Keep an eye out for the Missouri River crossing near Omaha; it marks the transition into the more humid, lush terrain of the eastern plains.
Distance: 2,336 km (1,452 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 7 min
Departure: PSP (33.829700469970696, -116.50700378417967)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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