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DAY → ORD
Which side of the plane to sit from James M Cox Dayton International Airport (Dayton) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views of the Chicago skyline, including the Willis Tower, as the plane typically approaches O'Hare from the south or east over the lake.
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Chicago Skyline
Unobstructed views of the Willis Tower and the dense skyscrapers of The Loop during final descent.
Gary Industrial Works
Massive steel mills and industrial infrastructure along the southern tip of Lake Michigan.
Indiana Farmlands
Expansive grid-patterned agricultural landscapes typical of the American Midwest.
Midway Airport
A clear aerial view of Chicago's secondary airport with its distinctive 'X' runway configuration.
Soldier Field
The historic home of the Chicago Bears visible along the scenic lakefront park system.
Sit forward of the wing for the best views of the city skyline. On evening flights, this side catches the city lights reflecting off the lake. Watch for the sharp transition from Indiana's industrial coast to the manicured parks of Chicago's south side.
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Lake Michigan
Vast, ocean-like horizons of the Great Lake as the aircraft turns for its final approach.
Indiana Dunes
The unique sandy shoreline and national park ecosystem at the edge of the lake.
Navy Pier
Chicago's famous pier and Ferris wheel jutting out into the blue waters of the lake.
Wrigley Field
The historic North Side ballpark can often be spotted if the flight path takes a northern loop.
Great Miami River
Aerial view of the river winding through Dayton immediately after takeoff.
Morning flights provide the best lighting on this side, as the sun will be behind you when looking at the lakefront. This is the preferred side for travelers who want to see the expansive water of Lake Michigan and the North Side neighborhoods.
Book Hotels in ChicagoDistance: 386 km (240 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: DAY (39.90240097045898, -84.21939849853516)
Arrival: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Route Type: Domestic
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