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DTW → SDF
Which side of the plane to sit from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to Louisville International Standiford Field (Louisville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Detroit metropolitan area upon takeoff and provides a direct line of sight to the Louisville skyline and the Falls of the Ohio during the final approach into SDF.
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Detroit Metro Sprawl
Expansive views of the Motor City's southern suburbs and industrial corridors shortly after departure.
Louisville Skyline
The best angle for viewing downtown Louisville, including the 4th Street Live area and the Humana Building.
Ohio River Bridges
Clear views of the Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy Memorial Bridges connecting Indiana and Kentucky.
Falls of the Ohio
Observe the unique exposed fossil beds and rapids located on the river just north of the city.
The right side is essential for the iconic Louisville approach. Aim for an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the skyline. During landing, keep your camera ready as the plane descends over the Ohio River directly toward the airport.
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During the initial climb, catch glimpses of the western basin of Lake Erie and the mouth of the Detroit River.
Toledo Skyline
Aerial views of the Port of Toledo and the Maumee River as the flight traverses the Ohio border.
Ohio Farmland
A vast geometric patchwork of agricultural fields stretching across the Midwest plains.
Ohio River Meanders
Dramatic winding curves of the Ohio River as you cross from Indiana into Kentucky territory.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is better for viewing the sunrise over the Great Lakes region and observing the rural beauty of the Ohio Valley.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 492 km (306 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Arrival: SDF (38.1744, -85.736)
Route Type: Domestic
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