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OKC → MDW
Which side of the plane to sit from Will Rogers World Airport (Oklahoma City) to Chicago Midway International Airport (Chicago)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic views of the Chicago skyline and the vast blue expanse of Lake Michigan during the approach into Midway International Airport.
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Tinker Air Force Base
Look out for the massive runways and hangers of this major Air Force hub shortly after leaving OKC.
Missouri River
Wide, winding views of the Missouri River near Jefferson City as the plane tracks northeast.
St. Louis Arch (Distant)
On clear days, the Gateway Arch can sometimes be spotted on the horizon to the north.
Chicago Skyline
Spectacular views of the Willis Tower and the downtown 'Loop' during the arrival sequence.
Lake Michigan Shoreline
The contrast between the deep blue water and the dense urban architecture along the lakefront.
The right side is essential for the Chicago skyline. For the best lighting, a late afternoon flight (Golden Hour) will illuminate the Chicago skyscrapers and reflect off Lake Michigan. Avoid seats over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the ground during the low-altitude approach over the city.
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Clear views of the Devon Tower and the Myriad Botanical Gardens immediately after takeoff from OKC.
Oklahoma River
The regulated rowing lanes and parklands of the Oklahoma River are visible during the initial climb.
Mississippi River
A crossing of the great American waterway, usually north of St. Louis near the Alton area.
Illinois Corn Belt
Classic geometric patterns of Midwestern agriculture stretching across the Illinois plains.
Joliet Industrial Corridor
Views of the massive refineries and logistics hubs of Joliet just before the final descent.
Sit toward the front of the cabin on the left for the best view of the Oklahoma City core. On descent into Midway, this side often sees the dense residential grids of the Chicago suburbs, providing a sense of the city's massive scale.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,111 km (690 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: OKC (35.39310073852539, -97.60070037841795)
Arrival: MDW (41.785999, -87.752403)
Route Type: Domestic
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