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MSY → CVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (New Orleans) to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the massive Lake Pontchartrain Causeway during departure and provides the best angle for the Cincinnati skyline and the Ohio River during the standard arrival patterns into CVG.
Pontchartrain Causeway
The world's longest continuous bridge over water, stretching across the massive lake north of New Orleans.
Cumberland Plateau
The rugged, forested ridges of the Appalachian foothills visible as the plane traverses eastern Tennessee.
Tennessee River Valley
Major dams and power infrastructure along the winding Tennessee River system.
Cincinnati Skyline
Excellent views of the Great American Ball Park and downtown skyscrapers when approaching CVG from the south.
The best lighting for this side is during morning flights. Be ready immediately after takeoff from MSY to see the scale of Lake Pontchartrain. During the descent into CVG, the right side usually provides a clear look at the Ohio River and the bridges connecting Kentucky to Ohio.
Manchac Swamp
Dense cypress swamps and wetlands located just west of New Orleans shortly after takeoff.
Mississippi River Meanders
The winding, serpentine path of the Mississippi River is visible through Mississippi and Tennessee.
Nashville Skyline
A distant view of the 'Batman Building' and downtown Nashville is often visible mid-flight.
Kentucky Horse Country
The distinctive green pastures and white fences of Bluegrass region horse farms during the descent.
Opt for an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the landscape without glare. Look for the massive river barges on the Mississippi as you cross into Tennessee. In autumn, the foliage through Kentucky provides a beautiful patchwork of orange and red from this side.
Distance: 1,129 km (702 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: MSY (29.99340057373047, -90.25800323486328)
Arrival: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Route Type: Domestic
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