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ILG → MDW
Which side of the plane to sit from New Castle Airport (Wilmington) to Chicago Midway International Airport (Chicago)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular approach into Chicago, featuring the Great Lakes shoreline and a front-row seat to the downtown skyline.
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Susquehanna River
A wide, sprawling river crossing providing an early scenic landmark.
Lake Erie Shoreline
Views of the coastal boundaries and occasional glimpses of Cleveland to the north.
Chicago Skyline
Unmatched views of the Willis Tower and Lake Michigan waterfront during descent.
Lake Michigan
The vast blue expanse of the lake as the aircraft banks for its final approach.
Port of Indiana
Major industrial lakeside facilities visible just before entering Illinois airspace.
The right side is the 'money' side for landing at Midway. To maximize the view of the Sears Tower, choose a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed downward perspective during the final turn.
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Appalachian Ridges
The dramatic corrugated landscape of the Pennsylvania fold-and-thrust belt.
Ohio River Valley
Meandering rivers and historical industrial hubs near the PA-OH border.
Midwestern Grids
The patchwork quilt of Indiana's agriculture and massive wind turbine fields.
PA Turnpike
Follow the arterial highway as it tunnels through the mountain ranges below.
Ideal for travelers who prefer indirect sunlight during afternoon flights. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the unique geological patterns of the Appalachian Mountains.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,049 km (652 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: ILG (39.67869949, -75.60649872)
Arrival: MDW (41.785999, -87.752403)
Route Type: Domestic
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