To STL?
Tip: Sit on the left side for landing.
During the final approach from the east, the left side offers a scenic view of the Mississippi River and the city's historic landmarks and sports stadiums.
During the final approach from the east, the left side offers a scenic view of the Mississippi River and the city's historic landmarks and sports stadiums.
The left side is slightly preferred for the scenic approach into St. Louis, which often provides a clearer view of the iconic Gateway Arch and the downtown skyline when landing from the east.
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.
The Right Side (Starboard) is generally superior for this short hop, offering potential views of the Cincinnati skyline upon departure and the most iconic views of the St. Louis skyline and the Gateway Arch during the approach into STL.
The right side typically provides the most iconic views of the St. Louis skyline, including the Gateway Arch, especially during southern approaches to Lambert International.
The left side offers superior views of the Cleveland skyline upon departure and the iconic St. Louis Gateway Arch and downtown skyline during the final approach into STL.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers and a better probability of viewing the St. Louis skyline and Gateway Arch during the standard approach into STL.
The right side offers superior views of the Denver skyline and Pikes Peak during departure, followed by the distinctive 'Magic Dragon' shape of the Lake of the Ozarks and the iconic Gateway Arch upon arrival in St. Louis.
The left side is generally preferred for this route as it provides the most direct views of the St. Louis skyline and the Gateway Arch during the standard arrival sequence into Lambert International Airport.
The right side offers a superior view of major landmarks like the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the dramatic confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers just before landing.
The left side offers a superior view of the St. Louis skyline, including the Gateway Arch and downtown district, during the final approach into STL.
The left side offers superior views of the Texas landscape, the rolling Ouachita and Ozark Mountains, and avoids direct sun glare on morning departures.
The left side is generally superior for this route as it offers the best chance to see the St. Louis skyline and the iconic Gateway Arch upon arrival, alongside excellent views of the Ohio River valley early in the flight.