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UIN → STL
Which side of the plane to sit from Quincy Regional Baldwin Field (Quincy) to St Louis Lambert International Airport (St. Louis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a more consistent view of the Mississippi River's meandering path and the dramatic confluence where the Illinois River joins it near the end of the flight.
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Mississippi River Corridor
Follow the massive waterway as it carves through the landscape between Illinois and Missouri.
Quincy Bayview Bridge
A striking cable-stayed bridge visible immediately after departure from Quincy.
River Confluence
Watch the Illinois River merge into the Mississippi near Grafton, creating a vast water junction.
Mel Price Lock and Dam
A massive piece of river infrastructure near Alton that is easily spotted from low altitudes.
St. Louis North Side
Industrial landscapes and urban grids appear as you begin the final descent into Lambert.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Because the flight is exceptionally short and stays at a low altitude, the river features appear very large and detailed. Keep an eye out for the Clark Bridge's yellow cables near Alton.
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Cuivre River State Park
A large patch of dense forest and rugged terrain visible in northeast Missouri.
Missouri River Bends
See the final winding loops of the Missouri River before it meets the Mississippi.
Historic St. Charles
The red-brick buildings and riverside parks of one of Missouri's oldest cities.
STL Airport Layout
Excellent views of the terminal structures and runway configurations during the final approach.
The right side is best for seeing the Missouri River and the western suburbs. If the flight approaches from the west, this side provides a better look at the sprawling residential areas of St. Charles County. Late afternoon flights offer the best lighting for this side.
Book Hotels in St. LouisDistance: 151 km (94 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: UIN (39.94269943, -91.19460297)
Arrival: STL (38.748697, -90.370003)
Route Type: Domestic
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