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BMI → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal (Bloomington) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the educational landmarks of South Bend and Ann Arbor, alongside a better perspective of the Detroit city skyline during the descent.
Illinois Prairies
Expansive views of the meticulously organized agricultural grid patterns of Central Illinois shortly after takeoff.
South Bend Landmarks
Visuals of the University of Notre Dame campus and the iconic golden dome as the flight crosses Northern Indiana.
University of Michigan
A clear view of Michigan Stadium (The Big House) and the sprawling Ann Arbor campus during the initial descent phase.
Detroit Skyline
Distant but distinct views of the Renaissance Center and the downtown Detroit skyline as the plane aligns for landing.
Michigan Woodlands
A transition from the flat farmlands of the Midwest to the more densely forested pockets of Southern Michigan.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see Ann Arbor and the Detroit skyline. For morning flights, this side avoids the direct southern sun glare, providing better visibility for photography of the campus landmarks.
Hoosier Heartland
Continuous stretches of Indiana farmland and small rural communities that define the Midwest landscape.
Lake Erie Horizon
On clear days, the shimmering horizon of Lake Erie is visible to the southeast as the aircraft enters Michigan airspace.
Detroit River
Views of the waterway separating the United States and Canada during the final approach into Romulus.
DTW Complex
An aerial perspective of the massive McNamara Terminal and the extensive runway infrastructure of Detroit Metro.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset on late afternoon flights. Keep an eye out for the Detroit River and the Canadian border during the final minutes of the flight. This side can be quite bright during midday flights due to the southern sun.
Distance: 503 km (313 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: BMI (40.47710037, -88.91590118)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: Domestic
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