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Which side of the plane to sit from Kahului Airport (Kahului) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a peerless view of the massive Haleakala volcano upon departure from Maui and captures the dramatic peaks of the Sierra Nevada and the Great Salt Lake during the flight's transition over the mainland.
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Haleakala National Park
A close-up view of the 10,023-foot shield volcano's crater, often rising above a layer of trade wind clouds.
Sierra Nevada Mountains
The jagged, snow-capped peaks of the High Sierra, including the area near Lake Tahoe and Yosemite.
Great Salt Lake
The distinct color contrast between the north and south arms of the lake separated by the Lucin Cutoff railroad causeway.
Midwestern Tapestry
The geometric beauty of the American heartland's 'crop circles' and agricultural grid patterns across Nebraska and Iowa.
The right side is essential for the Maui departure. Most OGG-ORD flights depart in the late afternoon/early evening; sitting on the right allows you to watch the sun set over the Pacific after passing Haleakala. In the winter months, the snow-covered Rocky Mountains are particularly vibrant on this side during the morning light of the journey's end.
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Maui North Shore
Dramatic views of the rugged coastline and the famous surf breaks of Ho'okipa immediately after takeoff.
Mount Shasta
If the flight path trends north, this massive 14,000-foot volcanic peak provides a stunning landmark upon reaching the West Coast.
Chicago Loop
During the final descent into ORD, passengers on the left often get a sweeping view of the downtown skyscrapers and the Willis Tower.
Snake River Plain
The deep canyons and volcanic basalt flows of the Snake River winding through southern Idaho.
The left side is superior for the arrival phase. If the wind is from the west, your plane will likely fly past the city and turn back toward the airport, providing a spectacular view of the Chicago skyline and the Navy Pier. For the departure, you'll see the lush greenery of Maui's central valley.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 6,724 km (4,178 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 55 min
Departure: OGG (20.8986, -156.429993)
Arrival: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Route Type: Domestic
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