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MLM → MDW
Which side of the plane to sit from General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (Morelia) to Chicago Midway International Airport (Chicago)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers iconic views of the Chicago skyline and the vast blue expanse of Lake Michigan during the descent into Midway, especially on common approach patterns.
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Sierra Madre Oriental
View the eastern mountain ridges of Mexico as the plane heads north toward the US border.
Mississippi River
The massive, winding artery of the United States visible as you cross near the Missouri-Illinois border.
Lake Michigan
The striking contrast of the deep blue Great Lake as the aircraft maneuvers for arrival.
Chicago Skyline
Unbeatable views of the Willis Tower and the downtown skyscrapers during the standard approach to MDW.
Select the right side for the 'Midway Loop'—many arrivals fly past the city over Lake Michigan before turning back toward the airport, placing the skyline perfectly in your window. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Chicago architecture and the lake. Look for the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi rivers during the mid-flight segment.
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Michoacán Highlands
Immediately after takeoff, view the rugged volcanic peaks and valleys surrounding Morelia.
Mexican Plateau
The arid and dramatic landscapes of North-Central Mexico and the Chihuahuan Desert.
Midwestern Heartland
A vast geometric patchwork of green and gold agricultural fields across Missouri and Illinois.
St. Louis View
Depending on the specific flight corridor, a distant view of the St. Louis metropolitan area.
Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Great Plains. This side also offers great views of the Ozark Mountains' rolling hills during the middle of the flight. If the plane lands toward the northeast (Runway 4R), you may get a better view of the city, though this is less frequent than other approaches.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,741 km (1,703 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 39 min
Departure: MLM (19.849899292, -101.025001526)
Arrival: MDW (41.785999, -87.752403)
Route Type: International
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