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MDW → LGA
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago Midway International Airport (Chicago) to La Guardia Airport (New York)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Chicago skyline upon departure and the iconic Manhattan skyline during the classic approach into LaGuardia.
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Chicago Skyline
Unobstructed views of the Willis Tower and the downtown Loop immediately after takeoff from Midway.
Lake Michigan
Aerial perspective of the southern lakefront and the Indiana Dunes National Park.
Cleveland Waterfront
Clear views of the Lake Erie shoreline and the distinct architecture of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Pocono Mountains
Dense forests and rolling peaks as the flight crosses into Eastern Pennsylvania.
Manhattan Skyline
The premier view of Central Park, the Empire State Building, and Midtown during the descent into LGA.
Choose the left side for the 'Park Visual' approach into LGA, which provides an incredible view of the Manhattan grid. On morning flights, this side faces north, keeping you out of direct sunlight and reducing window glare for better photos of the Great Lakes and New York City.
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Midwest Heartland
The geometric patchwork of Indiana and Ohio farmlands stretching to the horizon.
Pittsburgh
Views of the 'Steel City' and the confluence of the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio Rivers.
Appalachian Ridges
The unique 'ridge and valley' formations of central Pennsylvania's mountain range.
Statue of Liberty
Occasional sightings of the harbor and Lady Liberty if the flight approaches LGA from the south.
Flushing Meadows
A close-up view of the Unisphere and Citi Field just seconds before wheels down.
The right side is excellent for evening flights to catch the sunset over the wing. Keep an eye out for the Susquehanna River crossing; it's a major geographic landmark halfway through the flight. On 'Expressway Visual' landings, you'll get a unique look at the Brooklyn and Queens waterfronts.
Book Hotels in New YorkDistance: 1,164 km (723 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: MDW (41.785999, -87.752403)
Arrival: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Route Type: Domestic
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