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OMA → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Eppley Airfield (Omaha) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic views on this route, specifically the potential to see the Chicago skyline and the picturesque southern shoreline of Lake Michigan.
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The Mississippi Crossing
View of the wide river basin and river traffic heading toward the southern industrial hubs.
Chicago Skyline
On clear days, the Willis Tower and Lake Michigan lakefront are visible on the northern horizon.
Indiana Dunes
The unique sand dunes and industrial ports along the southernmost tip of Lake Michigan.
Ann Arbor
As the plane begins its descent into DTW, you can often spot the University of Michigan campus.
Choose the right side for the best chance to see Chicago's skyscrapers. Morning flights provide excellent front-lighting on the Chicago skyline and the blue waters of Lake Michigan. Seat yourself behind the wing to ensure your view of the lakefront isn't obstructed during the descent into Detroit.
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Missouri River
Visible immediately after takeoff from OMA, marking the border between Nebraska and Iowa.
Iowa Farmland
Intricate geometric patchwork of fields and rural wind farms across the heart of the Midwest.
Mississippi River
A major geographic milestone as the flight crosses from Iowa into Illinois, usually near the Quad Cities.
Lower Michigan Forests
The landscape shifts from flat farmland to the rolling, wooded terrain of southern Michigan.
Sit on the left side during evening flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. This side provides a great perspective of the rural Midwest's transition into the Great Lakes region, especially during the autumn harvest when field colors are vibrant.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,044 km (649 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: OMA (41.3032, -95.894096)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: Domestic
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