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SAT → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from San Antonio International Airport (San Antonio) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the historic Mississippi River crossing and provides the most scenic angle for the descent over Lake Erie and the Detroit waterfront.
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San Antonio Skyline
Catch a glimpse of the Tower of the Americas and the downtown core shortly after departure.
Mississippi River
Watch the mighty river wind through the landscape near the confluence of the Missouri and Ohio rivers.
Lake Erie Shoreline
Enjoy spectacular views of the Great Lake's coastal waters as the aircraft aligns for its final approach.
Detroit Renaissance Center
See the iconic cluster of skyscrapers that define the Detroit skyline and the General Motors headquarters.
Windsor, Ontario
Peer across the Detroit River to see the international border and the Canadian city of Windsor.
Opt for the right side on morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. The 'DTW' arrival often involves a flight path over Lake Erie, making the right side essential for seeing the Detroit River and the international border bridges.
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Ozark National Forest
View the rolling green hills and deep valleys of the Ozark Plateau in Missouri.
Indianapolis Grid
Spot the organized street layout and Lucas Oil Stadium as you pass Indiana's capital.
Midwestern Heartland
Observe the massive geometric patchwork of the American corn belt through Illinois and Indiana.
Lake Michigan Horizon
On clear days, the distant blue horizon of Lake Michigan is visible to the far north-northwest.
The left side is the preferred choice for late afternoon or evening flights to experience the sunset over the vast plains. It is also excellent for observing the suburban expansion of the Great Lakes region during the initial descent phases.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,954 km (1,214 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 36 min
Departure: SAT (29.533700942993164, -98.46980285644533)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: Domestic
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