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Our Recommendation
7.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a more consistent view of the southern Lake Erie shoreline, including the unique geography of Presque Isle and the urban skylines of Erie and Cleveland before the final approach into Detroit.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Allegheny Plateau

Dense forest cover and rolling hill topography of the Southern Tier and Northern Pennsylvania during the initial climb.

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Presque Isle State Park

A stunning recurved sandspit jutting into Lake Erie near Erie, PA, easily recognizable by its unique arching shape.

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Cleveland Skyline

As the flight nears the western end of Lake Erie, the downtown skyscrapers and Progressive Field are often visible along the coast.

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Lake Erie Islands

Views of South Bass Island, Put-in-Bay, and Kelleys Island dotting the western basin of the lake.

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Cedar Point

The world-famous amusement park peninsula in Sandusky is often visible with its towering roller coaster structures.

Choose the left side for sunset flights heading west to catch the golden hour over the lake. Keep an eye out for the distinct shape of Presque Isle about mid-way through the flight; it is the most prominent coastal landmark.

Right Side Highlights
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Finger Lakes Region

Glimpses of the southern tips of the glacial Finger Lakes as the plane departs the Binghamton area.

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Distal Niagara Falls

On very clear days, look north across Lake Erie to see the mist rising from Niagara Falls and the Buffalo skyline.

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Long Point Provincial Park

A massive, thin sandy peninsula on the Ontario side of Lake Erie that serves as a major bird migration point.

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Detroit River & Windsor

Aerial views of the international border waterway, the Ambassador Bridge, and the city of Windsor, Ontario.

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GM Renaissance Center

A striking view of Detroit's iconic riverfront skyscraper complex during the final descent into DTW.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. While land features are further away for much of the cruise, the approach into DTW often provides a better view of the Detroit city center if the aircraft approaches from the north.

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Route Information

Distance: 607 km (377 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min

Departure: BGM (42.20869827, -75.97979736)

Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)

Route Type: Domestic

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