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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the jagged North Cascades and the pristine wilderness of the Montana Rockies and Glacier National Park.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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North Cascades

Known as the American Alps, these jagged peaks offer dramatic alpine scenery shortly after departure.

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Mount Baker

This massive stratovolcano is visible to the north, often shrouded in heavy glacial ice year-round.

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Glacier National Park

On clear days, the sharp peaks and U-shaped valleys of the Continental Divide are visible over Montana.

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Missouri River

The winding path of the Missouri River creates a striking contrast against the high plains of the west.

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Red River Valley

The extremely flat agricultural basin on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota is a unique geographic feature.

Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to enjoy front-lit views of the Cascades. Watch for the transition from the green Pacific Northwest to the arid Montana plains within the first hour. In winter, the snow cover makes the mountain ranges look particularly majestic.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Mount Rainier

The most prominent peak in the lower 48 states provides an awe-inspiring view south of the flight path during the initial climb.

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Bitterroot Range

Rugged mountains spanning the Idaho-Montana border, offering miles of untouched wilderness scenery.

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Black Hills

A glimpse of the dark, forested uplift in western South Dakota rising from the surrounding grasslands.

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Great Plains Patchwork

The geometric beauty of center-pivot irrigation circles creates a colorful mosaic across the midsection of the flight.

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Mississippi River

A perfect aerial view of the river's confluence and the Twin Cities urban landscape during the final approach.

The right side is essential if you want the best possible view of Mount Rainier during takeoff from Seattle. Sunset flights on this side provide beautiful golden hour lighting over the Great Plains. Check the flight path as more southern routes may pass closer to the Badlands of South Dakota.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,245 km (1,395 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs

Departure: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)

Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)

Route Type: Domestic

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