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LAS → MDW
Which side of the plane to sit from McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas) to Chicago Midway International Airport (Chicago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers the iconic Chicago skyline view during the final approach into Midway, alongside stunning vistas of the Utah red rocks and the Colorado Rockies.
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Las Vegas Strip
Aerial view of the resort corridor and mega-resorts shortly after departure from LAS.
Valley of Fire
Bright red Aztec sandstone outcrops and hidden canyons in the Nevada desert.
Zion National Park
Rugged sandstone cliffs and deep canyons of Southern Utah's high plateaus.
Rocky Mountains
Dramatic snow-capped peaks of the Front Range as you traverse Colorado.
Chicago Skyline
The Willis Tower and downtown skyline are often visible during the base leg of the approach to MDW.
Book a window seat on the port side (A) for the best chance of seeing the Chicago skyline. For morning flights, this side is also shaded from direct sunlight, which significantly improves visibility and photography quality. Look for the red rocks of Utah roughly 20-30 minutes after takeoff.
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Hoover Dam
Clear views of the massive concrete dam and the Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge.
Grand Canyon
Vast, sweeping views of the North Rim and the Colorado River carving through the canyon floor.
Pikes Peak
Visible as a prominent high-altitude summit while passing over Southern Colorado.
Mississippi River
A major geographic milestone marking the transition into the heart of the Midwest.
The right side is prime for early flight landmarks like the Grand Canyon. However, note that on eastbound flights, the southern exposure means the sun will be shining directly into your window for much of the day. Keep your window shade down during the mid-flight cruise to avoid glare, but open it near the Mississippi River.
Book Hotels in ChicagoDistance: 2,442 km (1,517 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 15 min
Departure: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Arrival: MDW (41.785999, -87.752403)
Route Type: Domestic
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