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DTW → CLE
Which side of the plane to sit from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most consistent land-based scenery, including the iconic Cedar Point skyline and the picturesque Lake Erie islands along the Ohio coastline.
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Cedar Point
The famous 'Roller Coaster Capital of the World' is clearly visible on its peninsula in Sandusky.
Perry's Monument
The massive Doric column on South Bass Island (Put-in-Bay) commemorating the Battle of Lake Erie.
Monroe Power Plant
One of the tallest structures in the region, marking the transition from Michigan to Ohio.
Erie Archipelago
A cluster of islands including Kelleys Island and the Bass Islands with their distinct limestone cliffs.
Ohio Gold Coast
Continuous views of the beach towns and marinas lining the southern shore of Lake Erie.
This side is the winner for landmark spotting. The flight is very short (often under 30 minutes in the air), so stay alert immediately after reaching cruising altitude. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for photographing Cedar Point and the islands. Window seats behind the wing are recommended to avoid engine heat distortion.
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Detroit Skyline
Aerial views of the Renaissance Center and the Detroit River separating the US and Canada shortly after takeoff.
Pelee Island
Canada's southernmost inhabited point, visible as a large landmass in the middle of Lake Erie.
Cleveland Lakefront
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and FirstEnergy Stadium are visible if the flight patterns approach CLE from the east.
Shipping Lanes
Large Great Lakes freighters can often be seen navigating the deep water channels of central Lake Erie.
Sit on the left for the best morning light, as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft. This side is ideal for spotting the Detroit-Windsor border and the open expanse of the Great Lakes. During winter, look for interesting ice patterns forming near the Canadian shore.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 153 km (95 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Arrival: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Route Type: Domestic
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