Passengers on the right side frequently enjoy views of the downtown St. Louis skyline and the Gateway Arch as the aircraft climbs away from the city.
The left side offers the best vantage point for the Mississippi-Missouri river confluence after takeoff and provides the most consistent views of the Niagara Falls and the Toronto skyline during the approach into Pearson.
The right side is the prime choice for viewing the Gateway Arch during takeoff from St. Louis and offers the most scenic vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the rolling Kentucky horse country.
The left side provides a superior view of the Mississippi River Delta and the stunning turquoise gradients of the Caribbean Sea and Isla Mujeres upon arrival.
The right side is preferred for its superior views of the Missouri River, a more direct sightline of the Kansas City skyline, and the dramatic approach into Denver featuring Longs Peak and the northern Front Range.
The right side is the clear winner for the departure phase, providing a direct view of the Gateway Arch and downtown St. Louis, followed by excellent views of the Ohio River on approach.
The right side offers superior views of the major river confluences and the engineering marvels of the Mississippi River lock and dam system.
The left side provides the most iconic views, including the St. Louis skyline and Gateway Arch immediately after takeoff, as well as superior views of the Alabama river systems and the Emerald Coast during the descent.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the deep Appalachian ridges and an iconic view of the Uptown Charlotte skyline on most standard approaches.
The left side offers the iconic departure view of the St. Louis Gateway Arch and a superior angle for the Houston skyline and coastal wetlands during the approach into Hobby Airport.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the winding Mississippi River early on and a breathtaking approach over the Florida Gulf Coast and barrier islands.
The right side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic confluence of the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers and the scenic bluffs that define the border between Missouri and Illinois.
The Left Side is generally superior as it offers a more frequent view of the Dallas skyline during the southern approach into DFW and better views of the major reservoir systems along the Oklahoma-Texas border.