SMF → MSP

Northern Sierra Nevada

Dramatic ascent over the snow-capped peaks and dense evergreen forests of the Sierra range shortly after takeoff.

Great Salt Lake

A stunning view of the northern portion of the lake, often showing distinct color differences between the different water basins.

Wyoming Ranges

Aerial views of the rugged Laramie Mountains and the vast, high-altitude plains of the northern frontier.

Nebraska Sandhills

The unique, undulating texture of the grass-stabilized sand dunes in north-central Nebraska.

Minneapolis Skyline

On standard arrivals from the west, the left side typically offers a clear view of the IDS Center and downtown skyscrapers.

Lake Tahoe

Depending on the departure path, look south to see the deep cobalt blue of North America's largest alpine lake.

Bonneville Salt Flats

The vast, shimmering white expanse of the world-famous salt flats in western Utah.

Front Range Rockies

Panoramic views of the high peaks of the Colorado and Wyoming Rocky Mountains mid-flight.

Platte River

The wide, braided river system that winds its way across the central plains of Nebraska.

Mississippi River

A close-up view of the massive river dividing the Twin Cities just moments before touchdown at MSP.