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MEM → CVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Memphis International Airport (Memphis) to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally superior for this route because it offers a better perspective of the Louisville skyline mid-flight and typically provides a more direct view of the Cincinnati downtown area and the Ohio River bridges during the final descent.
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Mississippi River
Catch a glimpse of the massive river bends and the Memphis riverfront immediately after departing MEM.
Kentucky Lake
View the northern reach of this massive reservoir and the Tennessee River as you enter Kentucky airspace.
Louisville Skyline
On a clear day, the central business district of Louisville and its bridges crossing into Indiana are visible to the north.
Downtown Cincinnati
Depending on the landing pattern, the left side often faces the dense cluster of skyscrapers and stadiums along the river.
Book a morning flight to have the sun at your back, which significantly improves visibility and photography of the Ohio River Valley. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the 'Big Mac' bridge and other iconic spans over the water.
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Memphis Urban Sprawl
View the eastern suburbs of Memphis and the intersection of major rail hubs during the initial climb.
Land Between the Lakes
A unique look at the 170,000-acre national recreation area sandwiched between two massive man-made lakes.
Kentucky Bluegrass Region
Witness the rolling hills and sprawling horse farms characterized by their distinct green pastures and white fences.
Ohio River Meanders
Follow the winding path of the Ohio River as it forms the serpentine border between Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to watch the sunset over the horizon. Look for the gold-tinted tobacco fields and horse paddocks of central Kentucky. During landing, you will get a great view of the suburban Northern Kentucky hillsides.
Book Hotels in CincinnatiDistance: 648 km (403 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: MEM (35.04240036010742, -89.97669982910156)
Arrival: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Route Type: Domestic
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