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MDW → CUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago Midway International Airport (Chicago) to Cancún International Airport (Cancun)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of both the Chicago skyline on departure and the turquoise Caribbean coastline upon arrival in Mexico.
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Chicago Skyline
Unparalleled views of the Willis Tower and downtown skyscrapers during the initial climb from Midway.
Lake Michigan
The vast blue expanse of the Great Lake visible as the plane turns south.
Isla Mujeres
A beautiful view of the island's white sands just before touchdown.
Cancun Hotel Zone
The famous 7-shaped hotel strip surrounded by the Nichupte Lagoon and the Caribbean.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the water and get the best angle of the Cancun beaches. Watch closely as the plane descends over the Caribbean Sea for the most vibrant water colors.
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Midwest Heartland
Geometric patterns of the Illinois and Indiana farmlands during the first hour of flight.
Gulf of Mexico
Expansive views of the deep blue Gulf as you cross from the US coast towards Mexico.
Mayan Jungle
A sea of deep green tropical forest that covers the Yucatan Peninsula as you approach land.
Riviera Maya
Views of the coastline stretching south toward Playa del Carmen during the final descent.
The right side is perfect for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Gulf. Keep your camera ready as you approach the Yucatan for the contrast between the lush green jungle and the pale limestone soil.
Book Hotels in CancunDistance: 2,309 km (1,435 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 5 min
Departure: MDW (41.785999, -87.752403)
Arrival: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Route Type: International
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