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MQT → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Sawyer International Airport (Gwinn) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the primary choice for this route due to the spectacular views of the Great Lakes coastline and the iconic Detroit skyline approach. Passengers on this side will see the transition from the rugged Upper Peninsula to the industrial beauty of the Detroit River, including clear views of Windsor, Ontario.
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UP Wilderness
Expansive views of the dense forests and small inland lakes of the Upper Peninsula immediately after takeoff.
Lake Huron Vistas
The deep blue expanse of Lake Huron remains visible for much of the mid-flight duration.
Saginaw Bay
View the distinct coastline of Michigan's Thumb and the shallow, turquoise waters of the bay.
Detroit Skyline
A front-row seat to the Renaissance Center and the downtown Detroit skyline during the final descent.
International Border
See the Detroit River and the Canadian city of Windsor directly across from the US shore.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to see the sunrise reflect off the Great Lakes. During the final approach into DTW, this side usually offers the best view of the Renaissance Center. Look for the Mackinac Bridge way out to the east roughly 15 minutes after departure.
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Aerial views of the sprawling federal forest lands in the southern Upper Peninsula.
Michigan Farmland
The landscape transitions into a beautiful patchwork of agricultural fields in the Lower Peninsula.
Ann Arbor & Suburbs
Spot the university town and the expansive suburban reach of the Detroit metro area.
Sunset Horizon
On evening flights, this side offers unobstructed views of the sunset over the Michigan interior.
The right side is perfect for evening departures to enjoy the sunset over the Lower Peninsula. It offers a great perspective of the agricultural heartland and the western suburbs of Detroit. On clear days, you may catch a glimpse of the Lake Michigan shoreline in the distance.
Book Hotels in DetroitDistance: 562 km (349 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: MQT (46.3535995483, -87.39540100100001)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: Domestic
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