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CVG → MKE
Which side of the plane to sit from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati) to General Mitchell International Airport (Milwaukee)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the iconic Chicago skyline and the picturesque transition from Indiana's rural landscapes to the southern shores of Lake Michigan.
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Cincinnati Skyline
Aerial views of the Queen City and the Ohio River shortly after takeoff from CVG.
Indiana Heartland
Vast stretches of geometric agricultural patterns and small Midwestern towns across Indiana.
Chicago Skyline
A clear view of the Willis Tower and the dense skyscraper cluster of downtown Chicago across the water.
Indiana Dunes
The unique sandy shoreline and national park area at the southern tip of Lake Michigan.
MKE Approach
Views of the western Milwaukee suburbs and the Mitchell Park Domes during the descent.
For the best experience, choose a window seat on the left to see Chicago's skyline. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the city buildings and the lake. Look for the 'Loop' roughly 40-50 minutes into the flight.
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Ohio River Bends
Scenic views of the winding river valley as the plane climbs out of Northern Kentucky.
Benton County Wind Farms
Massive clusters of white wind turbines dotting the landscape of Northern Indiana.
Lake Michigan Expanse
Deep blue views of the open water as the flight path hugs the western lake shore.
Port of Milwaukee
Industrial views of the Hoan Bridge and the Milwaukee harbor during final approach.
The right side is perfect for morning flights to witness the sunrise over Lake Michigan. On approach into Milwaukee, you will have a better view of the lakefront and the Milwaukee Art Museum if the plane approaches from the south over the water.
Book Hotels in MilwaukeeDistance: 511 km (318 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Arrival: MKE (42.94720077514648, -87.89659881591797)
Route Type: Domestic
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