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LIT → MDW
Which side of the plane to sit from Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field (Little Rock) to Chicago Midway International Airport (Chicago)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic St. Louis skyline and the spectacular Chicago skyline upon approach to Midway, especially when the aircraft tracks over Lake Michigan or parallels the lakefront.
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Mississippi River Meanders
The flight path frequently parallels the Great River, showing off its massive floodplains and winding sandbars.
St. Louis Gateway Arch
As you pass eastern Missouri, the 630-foot stainless steel arch and the downtown St. Louis skyline are often clearly visible.
Springfield Capitol
View the state capital of Illinois, including the dome of the State House and the surrounding historical district.
Chicago Skyline & Lakefront
The ultimate prize is the view of the Willis Tower and Lake Michigan during the final approach into Midway.
The right side is essential for seeing the Gateway Arch mid-flight. For the best Chicago arrival, sit on the right side; many MDW flight paths involve a scenic turn over Lake Michigan or a southern approach that puts the skyscrapers of the Loop directly in your sightline. Night flights are particularly dazzling on this side as the city lights reflect off the lake.
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Ozark Foothills
The northern edge of the Ozark plateau provides rolling green terrain during the initial climb out of Arkansas.
Missouri River Confluence
Watch for the meeting of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers just north of the St. Louis metro area.
Illinois Heartland
Extensive geometric patterns of the Midwest's agricultural belt, featuring colorful crop rotations and wind farms.
Joliet Industrial Hub
View the massive logistics centers and industrial complexes that mark the entry into the Chicagoland area.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. During descent, look for the intricate canal systems and suburban sprawl of the western Chicago suburbs. This side is also better for spotting the vast wind turbine arrays in central Illinois.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 876 km (544 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: LIT (34.729400634799994, -92.2242965698)
Arrival: MDW (41.785999, -87.752403)
Route Type: Domestic
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