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ACY → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Atlantic City International Airport (Atlantic City) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (Starboard) is superior for this route as it offers better perspectives of the Appalachian ridge-and-valley formations and typically provides the best view of the Detroit skyline and the Detroit River during the descent into DTW.
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Philadelphia Horizon
Glimpse the Philadelphia skyline to the north as the plane climbs and turns westward over Pennsylvania.
Allegheny Plateau
View the rugged, densely forested plateau regions of northern Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley.
Lake Erie Shoreline
As you approach the Midwest, enjoy sweeping views of the Lake Erie coast near Cleveland and Cedar Point.
Detroit River
The final approach often follows the river, showing the heavy shipping traffic and the international border with Canada.
Detroit Skyline
Capture the Renaissance Center and downtown Detroit skyscrapers just before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare. During the descent into Detroit, keep your camera ready; if the plane approaches from the east, you will have a perfect view of the Detroit-Windsor border and the city's architectural landmarks.
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Atlantic City Boardwalk
Immediately after takeoff, see the iconic casinos and the sandy coastline of the Jersey Shore.
Pine Barrens
Look down at the vast, dark green expanse of the New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve.
Susquehanna River
Cross the wide, winding Susquehanna River near Harrisburg, identifiable by its numerous small islands.
Appalachian Ridges
Observe the unique 'wrinkled' appearance of the folded mountain ridges stretching through central Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh Suburbs
As you cross into Western Pennsylvania, the southern outskirts of the Steel City are often visible.
On the left side, the sun will be shining directly into your window for much of the flight if traveling in the afternoon, so keep your shade partially down. Look for the distinct transition from the coastal plain to the mountainous terrain about 20 minutes into the flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 799 km (496 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: ACY (39.45759963989258, -74.57720184326172)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: Domestic
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