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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side is the clear winner for this route, offering a potential view of the New York City skyline upon departure from Newark and the world-class Chicago skyline during the descent into Midway.

Right Side Highlights
8.8
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Manhattan Skyline

On clear days, departures to the north or west often provide a sweeping view of the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center.

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Delaware Water Gap

The dramatic geological notch where the Delaware River carves through the Appalachian Mountains.

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Lake Erie Coastline

Distant views of the Great Lakes shoreline and the city of Cleveland as you cross northern Ohio.

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The Chicago Loop

Unrivaled views of the Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the lakefront parks during the standard arrival sequence.

The right side is essential for the iconic 'skyline approach' into Chicago. For the best experience, book a seat in front of or behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Lake Michigan. During evening flights, the city lights of Cleveland and Chicago on the right provide a spectacular light show.

Left Side Highlights
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Appalachian Ridges

Observation of the unique folded mountain structures of the Ridge-and-Valley Province in Pennsylvania.

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Susquehanna River

A wide-angle view of this historic river as it snakes through the Pennsylvania landscape near Harrisburg.

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Midwestern Mosaic

The transition into the perfectly gridded, multi-colored agricultural plots of Ohio and Indiana.

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Industrial South Shore

Bird's-eye view of the massive steel mills and shipping ports located along the southern tip of Lake Michigan.

The left side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers the best perspective of the geometric complexity of the Appalachian Mountains. Look out for the horseshoe curves of the Pennsylvania Railroad tracks if the flight path is slightly southerly.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,141 km (709 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min

Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)

Arrival: MDW (41.785999, -87.752403)

Route Type: Domestic

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