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SFO → IND
Which side of the plane to sit from San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco) to Indianapolis International Airport (Indianapolis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of the San Francisco Bay Area during takeoff, the crystalline waters of Lake Tahoe, and the striking white expanse of the Great Salt Lake.
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San Francisco Bay
Bird's-eye views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and the downtown skyline immediately after takeoff.
Lake Tahoe
The vibrant blue alpine lake nestled high in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Great Salt Lake
The massive, shimmering salt flats and inland sea of Utah with its distinct color gradients.
Northern Great Basin
Desolate but beautiful high-desert landscapes of Nevada and southern Wyoming.
Great Plains Grid
The perfectly square green and gold agricultural patterns of Nebraska and Iowa.
For the best experience, book a window seat on the left side (typically 'A') for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. During winter months, the Sierra Nevada section is particularly breathtaking with heavy snow cover. Keep your camera ready in the first 15 minutes for the Bay Area views.
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Yosemite National Park
Aerial perspective of the high granite peaks and deep glaciated valleys of the central Sierra.
Mono Lake
A mysterious, ancient saline lake featuring unique tufa rock formations visible from high altitude.
Colorado Rockies
The jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Southern Rocky Mountains near the Denver corridor.
Mississippi River
The massive, winding waterway that marks the geographic transition into the Eastern United States.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
If the landing pattern approaches from the west, you may spot the iconic 'Brickyard' racing circuit.
The right side (typically 'F') is superior for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft. Look south as you cross the Rockies to spot the highest peaks in Colorado. In late spring, look for the 'green-up' as you move from the brown plains into the lush Midwest.
Book Hotels in IndianapolisDistance: 3,120 km (1,939 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 40 min
Departure: SFO (37.61899948120117, -122.375)
Arrival: IND (39.7173, -86.294403)
Route Type: Domestic
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