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BWI → MKE
Which side of the plane to sit from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore) to General Mitchell International Airport (Milwaukee)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most scenic arrival into Milwaukee, featuring expansive views of the Lake Michigan coastline and the city skyline.
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Susquehanna River
A great look at the winding river and the northern reaches of the Chesapeake Bay area after takeoff.
Lake Erie Shoreline
On a clear day, you can see the southern coast of Lake Erie near Cleveland and Sandusky.
Lake Michigan Crossing
The dramatic transition from land to the vast, deep blue expanse of the Great Lakes.
Milwaukee Skyline
Stunning views of the Hoan Bridge, the Art Museum, and the downtown high-rises during the descent into MKE.
The right side is the 'money' side for this route. For the best experience, try to sit behind the wing to see the Milwaukee lakefront clearly. During morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photos of the Wisconsin shoreline.
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Appalachian Ridges
Visible shortly after departure, the corrugated patterns of the Appalachian Mountains stretch across Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh Metro
Distant views of the Steel City and the convergence of its three famous rivers.
Midwest Patchwork
Infinite geometric patterns of agricultural fields across Ohio and Indiana.
Choose the left side for evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the horizon. It also offers better views of the sprawling industrial and rural landscapes of the Ohio River Valley during mid-flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,029 km (639 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Arrival: MKE (42.94720077514648, -87.89659881591797)
Route Type: Domestic
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