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MBL → MDW
Which side of the plane to sit from Manistee Co Blacker Airport (Manistee) to Chicago Midway International Airport (Chicago)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a spectacular view of the Chicago skyline and the Lake Michigan waterfront during the descent into Midway.
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Lake Michigan Expanse
Deep blue horizons and the wake of occasional freight ships traversing the Great Lakes.
Chicago Skyline
Unrivaled views of the Willis Tower, John Hancock Center, and the dense urban core.
Navy Pier
The Centennial Wheel and the pier's unique layout extending out from the downtown shoreline.
Soldier Field
The historic home of the Chicago Bears and the adjacent Museum Campus near the lake.
The right side is essential for the 'Skyline Approach.' Most flights from MBL descend along the lakefront before turning inland. For the best lighting on the skyscrapers, book a morning flight when the sun hits the buildings from the east.
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Manistee National Forest
Lush green canopy and rolling hills of Northern Michigan immediately after takeoff.
Ludington State Park
The striking contrast of sand dunes and the Big Sable Point Lighthouse against the lake.
Grand Haven Pier
The iconic red lighthouses and long pier stretching into Lake Michigan's blue waters.
Michigan Fruit Belt
Neat rows of blueberry bushes and cherry orchards characteristic of the southwestern Michigan landscape.
Keep your eyes peeled during the first 20 minutes for the Michigan shoreline. Afternoon flights are ideal for the left side as the sun is positioned to the west, perfectly illuminating the coastal dunes and lighthouses.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 302 km (188 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: MBL (44.2723999, -86.24690247)
Arrival: MDW (41.785999, -87.752403)
Route Type: Domestic
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