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BOS → MKE
Which side of the plane to sit from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston) to General Mitchell International Airport (Milwaukee)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is preferred primarily for the potential mid-flight view of Niagara Falls and the iconic approach over Lake Michigan into the Milwaukee lakefront.
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Niagara Falls
One of North America's most famous natural wonders, often visible between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie.
Lake Ontario
Vast blue views of the lake's northern shore and the Canadian border region.
Adirondack Wilderness
The northern reaches of New York's forest preserve, visible during the first half of the journey.
Lake Michigan Crossing
The transition from lower Michigan across the open water toward the Wisconsin shoreline.
Milwaukee Skyline
Stunning views of the Calatrava-designed Art Museum and downtown during the final descent.
For the best chance to see Niagara Falls, sit behind the wing and look out about 50 minutes after departure. On the final approach into MKE, the right side usually provides a spectacular view of the lakefront and the Third Ward district as the plane banks for landing.
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Quabbin Reservoir
A massive, man-made reservoir in central Massachusetts visible shortly after takeoff from Logan.
Catskill Mountains
The rolling, forested peaks of southeastern New York state providing a rugged southern horizon.
Cleveland Skyline
Panoramic views of downtown Cleveland and its iconic sports stadiums along the Lake Erie shore.
Midwestern Patchwork
Distinctive geometric patterns of Indiana and Illinois agricultural lands as you approach the Midwest.
Gary Steel Mills
Industrial landscapes and heavy shipping ports at the southern tip of Lake Michigan.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side offers a detailed look at the industrial heartland and the southern coast of Lake Erie. Watch for the Finger Lakes region in central New York roughly 30 minutes into the flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,381 km (858 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Arrival: MKE (42.94720077514648, -87.89659881591797)
Route Type: Domestic
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