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GCM → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Owen Roberts International Airport (Georgetown) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the world-famous Seven Mile Beach upon departure and the sprawling turquoise waters of the Florida Gulf Coast during the mid-flight transit.
Seven Mile Beach
Immediate views of Grand Cayman's pristine white sands and the North Sound right after takeoff.
Viñales Valley
The dramatic limestone karsts and lush tobacco fields of western Cuba's Pinar del Río province.
Florida West Coast
Excellent views of the Tampa Bay area, Clearwater beaches, and the chain of barrier islands along the Gulf.
Ohio River Crossing
A clear view of the winding Ohio River as the flight moves from the Appalachian foothills into the Midwest.
Detroit Skyline
On many southern approaches to DTW, the left side provides a scenic view of the downtown towers and the Detroit River.
Choose the left side for the best 'vacation' views leaving Grand Cayman. For mid-day flights, this side will be away from the direct sun while over the US, providing better conditions for photography of the Florida coastline and the descent into Michigan.
George Town Harbor
Aerial perspective of the cruise ship terminal and the bustling waterfront of the Caymanian capital.
Havana
A distant but often visible view of the historic Cuban capital and the famous Malecón sea wall.
The Space Coast
Distant views of the Atlantic coastline and the Cape Canaveral area if the flight path tracks slightly east.
Appalachian Ridges
The dense forests and rolling mountain waves of the Smoky Mountains and Blue Ridge range.
Lake Erie
Wide-angle views of the Great Lake's surface and the industrial shorelines of Ohio and Michigan.
The right side is ideal for spotting Havana and the Appalachian mountain range. Morning flights may experience significant glare on this side as you head north, so bring a window shade. Look out for the massive expanse of Lake Erie just before the final descent.
Distance: 2,555 km (1,588 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 24 min
Departure: GCM (19.2928009033, -81.3576965332)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: International
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