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SFB → BIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando Sanford International Airport (Sanford) to Bismarck Municipal Airport (Bismarck)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Missouri River valley, the sprawling agricultural patterns of the Midwest, and spectacular sunsets during late afternoon flights as you head northwest.
St. Johns River Basin
Immediately after takeoff from SFB, enjoy views of Lake Monroe and the winding St. Johns River system.
Nashville & Cumberland River
Watch for the urban sprawl of 'Music City' and the distinct loops of the Cumberland River.
Mississippi River Crossing
A major milestone of the flight, providing a clear view of the massive waterway dividing the eastern and western US.
Iowa Agriculture Grid
Perfectly geometric farm plots create a stunning green and brown quilt-like pattern across the landscape.
Lake Oahe
As you descend into Bismarck, the massive Missouri River reservoir becomes visible to the southwest.
Choose the left side (Port) for afternoon or evening flights to experience a sunset over the horizon. Keep an eye out for the Gateway Arch in St. Louis if your flight path tracks slightly westward. During the winter, the frozen Missouri River provides a stark, beautiful contrast to the snowy plains.
Atlantic Coastline
During the initial climb, catch a glimpse of the Florida coast and the Daytona Beach area to the east.
Appalachian Foothills
View the rolling green ridges of the Great Smoky Mountains and the Cumberland Plateau in the distance.
Ohio River Valley
Observe the industrial heartland and busy barge traffic along the river bordering Kentucky and Illinois.
Twin Cities Horizon
On a clear day, the distant skyline of Minneapolis-St. Paul may be visible to the northeast.
North Dakota Prairies
Endless expanses of the Great Plains provide a sense of the massive scale of the American frontier.
Sit on the right side (Starboard) for morning flights to avoid the harsh sun and glare. This side is also excellent for viewing the 'big sky' characteristics of the Dakotas. Watch for the change in landscape from lush Southern forests to the arid, open spaces of the northern plains.
Distance: 2,620 km (1,628 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 30 min
Departure: SFB (28.7775993347168, -81.23750305175781)
Arrival: BIS (46.77270126342773, -100.74600219726562)
Route Type: Domestic
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