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GRR → CVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (Grand Rapids) to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the premier view of the Cincinnati skyline and the riverfront sports complexes during the standard approach into Northern Kentucky.
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Grand Rapids Skyline
Aerial view of downtown Grand Rapids and the Grand River immediately after takeoff.
Wright-Patterson AFB
As you pass Dayton, look for the massive runways and hangers of this historic Air Force base.
Cincinnati Downtown
The 'Queen City' skyline, including the Great American Tower, is often visible on the left during the descent.
Riverfront Stadiums
Clear views of Paycor Stadium and Great American Ball Park situated along the Ohio River.
Little Miami River
A scenic, winding waterway that snakes through the eastern Cincinnati suburbs.
Request a window seat on the left (Port) side for the highest probability of seeing the Cincinnati skyline. For morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so bring sunglasses. This side is particularly scenic during night flights as the city lights of Dayton and Cincinnati dominate the landscape.
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Midwestern Tapestry
Intricate patterns of Michigan and Ohio farmlands that change colors with the seasons.
Kalamazoo Area
Views of the suburban sprawl surrounding Western Michigan University shortly after departure.
Great Miami River
Follows the flight path through Western Ohio, offering glimpses of small river towns.
Ohio River Bend
The wide, brown waters of the Ohio River mark the border between Ohio and Kentucky just before landing.
Hebron Woodlands
The lush, rolling green hills of Northern Kentucky during the final seconds of the flight.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Indiana-Ohio border. It provides a more pastoral view of the Midwest's agricultural heartland. On approach, it offers a great perspective of the Ohio River's width and the rural hills of Kentucky.
Book Hotels in CincinnatiDistance: 432 km (268 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 43 min
Departure: GRR (42.88079834, -85.52279663)
Arrival: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Route Type: Domestic
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