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AUS → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Austin Bergstrom International Airport (Austin) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Ohio River Valley and a stunning approach over Lake Erie and the Detroit River skyline.
Colorado River
Follow the winding blue path of the Texas Colorado River as the plane gains altitude.
Indianapolis
A clear view of the 'Crossroads of America' and the Lucas Oil Stadium during the mid-flight cruise.
Lake Erie
The sparkling expanse of the Great Lakes as the flight enters Michigan airspace.
Windsor, Ontario
The unique perspective of looking south into Canada from the American border.
Detroit Riverfront
Panoramic views of the Renaissance Center, Ambassador Bridge, and downtown Detroit on the final approach.
Book a seat on the right for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Great Lakes. For the best view of the Detroit skyline, choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat blur.
Austin Skyline
Aerial view of downtown Austin and the Texas State Capitol building shortly after takeoff.
The Ozarks
The rolling hills and dense forests of the Ozark Mountains spanning across Arkansas and Missouri.
Mississippi River
A cross-section view of the massive waterway dividing the western and eastern United States.
Midwestern Heartland
Intricate geometric patterns of Illinois and Indiana agricultural fields in shades of green and gold.
Dearborn & Ford Plant
Views of the massive industrial complexes and the Henry Ford Museum on the descent into DTW.
Sit on the left for the best morning light during early flights to avoid direct sun glare. Watch for the St. Louis Gateway Arch if the flight path tracks slightly westward.
Distance: 1,849 km (1,149 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 28 min
Departure: AUS (30.194499969482425, -97.6698989868164)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: Domestic
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