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SNA → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport (Santa Ana) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Utah canyonlands and the most rugged sections of the Colorado Rockies while avoiding the direct glare of the southern sun.
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Zion & Bryce Canyon
The intricate red rock amphitheaters and deep canyons of southern Utah's iconic national parks.
Arches & Moab
Look for the red sandstone fins and the winding Colorado River near the Moab valley.
San Juan Mountains
Stunning vistas of the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the southern Colorado Rocky Mountains.
Great Plains Patchwork
The transition into the vast, geometric agricultural patterns of Nebraska and Iowa.
Minneapolis Skyline
On the final approach, catch a glimpse of the downtown Minneapolis skyscrapers to the north.
Sit on the left for softer lighting and better views of the Utah high plateaus. On clear days, the visibility of the red rock formations is unparalleled. Watch for the sharp rise of the Rockies about 90 minutes into the flight.
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SoCal Mountains
Views of Mt. San Jacinto and the dramatic desert transition immediately after takeoff from Orange County.
Lake Mead
The deep blue waters of the massive reservoir contrasted against the stark, rugged desert landscape.
Grand Canyon
One of the world's most famous natural wonders, showing the deep, colorful cuts of the Colorado River.
Meteor Crater
A nearly perfect circular impact crater visible in the flat desert landscape of northern Arizona.
St. Paul & River
Final approach views of the Mississippi River winding between the Twin Cities.
The right side is the premier side for the Grand Canyon. For the best experience, take a morning flight when the sun highlights the canyon's depth. Be aware of heat haze over the desert in summer and possible glare.
Book Hotels in MinneapolisDistance: 2,446 km (1,520 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 16 min
Departure: SNA (33.67570114, -117.8679962)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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