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ORD → AMM
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago) to Queen Alia International Airport (Amman)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the European Alps during the morning transit and a spectacular approach over the Jordan Rift Valley and Dead Sea.
The European Alps
Glittering snow-capped peaks and glaciers across Switzerland or Austria visible during the mid-flight daylight hours.
Adriatic Coastline
The turquoise waters and thousands of islands along the Croatian and Balkan coasts.
Greek Archipelago
A panoramic view of the Aegean Sea and the scattered islands of Greece as you cross toward the Levant.
The Dead Sea
The dramatic, salt-edged shores of the lowest point on Earth visible during the descent into Amman.
Jordan Rift Valley
The deep geological trench of the Jordan River valley that forms the border between Jordan and Israel.
Sit on the right for the most iconic landmarks. The highlight is the final 20 minutes of the flight; as the plane descends, you can often see the Dead Sea and the lights of Jerusalem in the distance. Mid-flight, the sun will be on this side, making the Alps particularly bright and clear.
Chicago Gold Coast
Excellent views of the Lake Michigan shoreline and the downtown skyline immediately after departure.
Newfoundland Coast
The rugged, fractured coastline of eastern Canada before the flight begins its Atlantic crossing.
Northern Lights
High-latitude routing over the North Atlantic provides opportunities to see the Aurora Borealis during winter months.
Anatolian Plateau
The vast and varied terrain of central Turkey, featuring arid highlands and deep valleys.
Amman Cityscape
A close-up view of the white limestone buildings covering the seven hills of the Jordanian capital.
Choose the left side for the best chance of spotting the Aurora Borealis during the night crossing. On arrival, this side typically faces the city center of Amman if the plane approaches from the north.
Distance: 10,014 km (6,222 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 47 min
Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Arrival: AMM (31.7226009369, 35.9931983948)
Route Type: International
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