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DTW → CAK
Which side of the plane to sit from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to Akron Canton Regional Airport (Akron)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Lake Erie expanse, the distant Cleveland skyline, and the transition from the Great Lakes to the rolling hills of Northeast Ohio.
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Lake Erie View
A wide-angle perspective of the central basin of Lake Erie during the mid-flight cruise.
Cleveland Skyline
On clear days, the skyscrapers of downtown Cleveland are visible as the flight turns south towards Akron.
Lake Erie Islands
Views of the various islands including Pelee and Kelleys Island dotting the lake's surface.
Lakefront Industry
The heavy industrial ports and steel mills along the Ohio shoreline near Lorain and Cleveland.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and enjoy better visibility of the Cleveland skyline. Watch for the distinct change in water color near the shoreline during spring runoff.
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Cedar Point
The world-famous amusement park and its towering roller coasters are often visible on the Sandusky peninsula.
Detroit River
Initial views of the busy shipping lanes and industrial corridors of the Detroit River immediately after takeoff.
Cuyahoga Valley
The lush, forested areas of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park become visible during the final descent into Akron.
Ohio Heartland
Geometric patterns of the agricultural landscape that defines much of Northern Ohio's interior.
The right side is best for spotting the Cedar Point skyline if the flight path tracks slightly west. During the autumn, this side provides excellent views of the changing fall foliage over the Cuyahoga Valley.
Book Hotels in AkronDistance: 215 km (134 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 22 min
Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Arrival: CAK (40.91609954833984, -81.44219970703125)
Route Type: Domestic
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