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ICN → ORD
Which side of the plane to sit from Incheon International Airport (Seoul) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the volcanic Aleutian Islands, the rugged Alaska Range including Denali, and the majestic Canadian Rockies, with the added bonus of potential Aurora Borealis sightings during night segments.
Hokkaido Peaks
Aerial views of northern Japan's volcanic mountain ranges and the rugged coastline of the Nemuro Strait.
Aleutian Chain
A dramatic string of volcanic islands emerging from the Bering Sea, often visible on clear northern tracks.
Alaska Range
Breathtaking views of Denali and the massive glacial systems of the Alaskan interior near Fairbanks.
Canadian Rockies
High-altitude vistas of the jagged, snow-capped peaks across British Columbia and Alberta.
Lake Superior
The massive expanse of the largest Great Lake, featuring the rugged shoreline of the Upper Peninsula.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) during the dark middle segment of the flight. This side also stays cooler as it faces away from the direct sun for much of the eastbound journey.
Pacific Horizon
Vast, uninterrupted views of the North Pacific with dramatic cloud formations and weather fronts.
Coastal Mountains
Where the Pacific meets the snowy peaks of the British Columbia coastline and Vancouver Island.
The Great Plains
The geometric 'patchwork quilt' of American agriculture stretching across the Dakotas and Iowa.
Chicago Skyline
On clear days during an eastern approach, a stunning view of the Willis Tower and Lake Michigan.
Choose the right side if you prefer seeing the sunrise over the horizon. It also offers a high probability of seeing the Chicago skyline and the Navy Pier during the final descent into O'Hare if the wind is from the west.
Distance: 10,519 km (6,536 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 12 hrs 23 min
Departure: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Arrival: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Route Type: International
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