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CVG → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Cincinnati skyline immediately after departure and a high probability of seeing the Detroit River and Windsor skyline during the final approach.
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Cincinnati Skyline
A stunning view of the Great American Tower and Paul Brown Stadium during the initial climb.
Kings Island
The prominent Eiffel Tower replica and roller coasters are often visible just northeast of Cincinnati.
Toledo & Maumee Bay
The western tip of Lake Erie and the industrial port of Toledo are visible as you cross into Michigan.
Detroit River
The international waterway separating the United States and Canada during the descent.
Ambassador Bridge
The iconic suspension bridge connecting Detroit to Windsor, Ontario, visible on many landing patterns.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Detroit skyline and the Renaissance Center. This side is particularly scenic during morning flights when the sun illuminates the skylines and the surface of Lake Erie. For the best view of Cincinnati after takeoff, ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing.
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Aerial view of the winding river separating Kentucky and Ohio shortly after takeoff.
Dayton Suburbs
Clear views of the Dayton metropolitan sprawl and the I-75 corridor heading north.
Wright-Patterson AFB
A glimpse of the massive historic air force base and the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.
Ohio Farmland
The quintessential Midwestern patchwork of green and gold agricultural fields during mid-flight.
Ann Arbor Proximity
On western approaches to DTW, the University of Michigan campus is often visible in the distance.
Choose the left side for evening flights to capture sunset colors over the rural Ohio landscape. It is also the better side for viewing the expansive airfield of Wright-Patterson AFB. Keep an eye out for the distinct grid patterns of rural Ohio townships.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 369 km (229 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: Domestic
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