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LGA → ORD
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a dramatic perspective of the Manhattan skyline shortly after departure from LGA and a stunning panoramic view of the Chicago loop and Willis Tower during the standard approach into ORD.
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Manhattan Skyline
Unrivaled views of Midtown, Central Park, and the Empire State Building immediately after takeoff.
Appalachian Ridges
Visible fold-and-thrust belt textures of the Pennsylvania mountain ranges mid-flight.
Chicago Loop
Sweeping views of the Willis Tower, Millennium Park, and the dense skyscrapers of downtown Chicago.
Soldier Field
The iconic stadium and Museum Campus are visible along the Lake Michigan shoreline on descent.
For the best views of NYC, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine obstruction. On evening flights, the left side captures the sunset and the brilliant city lights of both New York and Chicago. Request a seat on the 'A' side for maximum visibility of the skyline during the typical 'Bridge Visual' or 'River Visual' approaches into ORD.
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George Washington Bridge
A clear view of the massive suspension bridge spanning the Hudson River during initial climb.
Catskill Mountains
Rolling forested peaks and reservoirs of upstate New York to the north of the flight path.
Lake Erie Coastline
The southern shores and industrial ports near Cleveland are often visible on clear days.
North Shore Suburbs
The affluent residential areas and beaches of northern Chicago along the Lake Michigan coast.
The right side is ideal for travelers who prefer the natural beauty of the Hudson Valley and the Great Lakes. During winter months, watch for spectacular ice shelf formations along the Lake Michigan shoreline. Afternoon flights on this side avoid the direct southern sun, making it easier to take photos of the Great Lakes without glare.
Book Hotels in ChicagoDistance: 1,177 km (731 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Route Type: Domestic
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