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RSW → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Southwest Florida International Airport (Fort Myers) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Florida coastline, the Mobile Bay, and the extensive winding network of the Mississippi River valley as you head north.
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Florida Gulf Coast
Clear views of Sanibel and Captiva Islands shortly after departure from Fort Myers.
Mobile Bay
Visuals of the Alabama coastline and the busy shipping lanes of Mobile Bay.
St. Louis Gateway Arch
On many flight paths, the iconic Arch is visible as you pass the Illinois/Missouri border.
Mississippi River Meanders
The plane often tracks the river, showing dramatic bends and oxbow lakes throughout the Midwest.
Minneapolis Skyline
Direct views of the downtown Minneapolis skyscrapers during the final approach into MSP.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. During midday flights, the sun will be behind you for much of the trip, providing excellent lighting for photography of the river systems and the St. Louis skyline.
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Florida Heartland
Expansive views of the interior wetlands and agricultural fields of central Florida.
Appalachian Foothills
Distal views of the rolling green hills of Tennessee and Kentucky.
Ohio River
A major crossing point over the wide Ohio River near the Indiana/Kentucky border.
Wisconsin Dells
Unique glaciated terrain and rock formations visible as you enter the Upper Midwest.
St. Paul State Capitol
Views of the St. Paul cathedral and state capitol dome during the descent.
The right side is ideal for morning flights if you want to see the sunrise over the Atlantic horizon in the distance. Be aware that during the afternoon, this side will experience direct, intense sunlight which may make viewing difficult without sunglasses.
Book Hotels in MinneapolisDistance: 2,282 km (1,418 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 3 min
Departure: RSW (26.53619956970215, -81.75520324707031)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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