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MIA → ORD
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the stunning Florida coastline upon departure and the potential for a breathtaking view of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline on the final approach.
Miami Gold Coast
Stunning views of South Beach, the Atlantic Ocean, and the turquoise waters of the Florida coast.
Lake Okeechobee
A clear view of Florida's largest freshwater lake, looking like a massive inland sea.
Piedmont Plateau
Rolling green hills and dense forest cover as the flight crosses into the Georgia and Tennessee border regions.
Indianapolis Grid
The distinct urban layout of Indy, often including a glimpse of the famous Motor Speedway.
Lake Michigan Coastline
Often features a dramatic sweep over the lake with the Chicago skyline visible to the west during descent.
Book a window seat on the right for the iconic 'Chicago Skyline' approach; many flight paths into ORD circle over Lake Michigan, offering a perfect photo op of the Willis Tower. For morning flights, this side receives direct sunlight, so keep your window shade down initially if you want to avoid the glare until reaching cruising altitude.
The Everglades
Vast views of the 'River of Grass' and unique wetlands immediately after departing Miami.
Florida Heartland
Aerial perspective of the sprawling citrus groves and agricultural centers of central Florida.
Nashville Basin
Views of the Cumberland River winding through the outskirts of the Music City area in Tennessee.
Midwest Patchwork
The iconic geometric patterns of Indiana and Illinois farmland stretching toward the horizon.
Chicagoland Suburbs
A detailed look at the dense residential grids and massive logistics hubs of the western suburbs.
Sit on the left side for spectacular sunset views during evening flights. It also provides the best perspective of the Everglades' hydrology if the flight departs toward the west. During winter months, this side captures the low afternoon sun, casting dramatic shadows over the Appalachian foothills.
Distance: 1,930 km (1,199 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 34 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Route Type: Domestic
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