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ORD → ANC
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (Anchorage)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic peaks of the Canadian Rockies and the massive glacial fields of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.
Chicago Skyline
Enjoy a panoramic view of the Willis Tower and Lake Michigan immediately following takeoff from O'Hare.
Canadian Rockies
Direct views of the stunning peaks around Banff and Jasper National Parks, including Mount Robson.
Yukon Tundra
Witness the immense, desolate beauty of the Yukon's subarctic wilderness and frozen lake networks.
Wrangell-St. Elias
Soar past the largest national park in the US, home to massive icefields and high-altitude glaciers.
Chugach Range
Get a close-up look at the jagged, snow-covered mountains that border Anchorage to the east.
The right side is the premier choice for mountain enthusiasts. For the best lighting, book a morning flight to ensure the sun illuminates the mountain faces rather than creating glare. Keep your camera ready for the transition from the Yukon into Alaska, where the terrain becomes exceptionally rugged.
Mississippi River
Cross the winding banks of the United States' largest river system shortly after departure.
The Badlands
View the striking erosional landscapes of the Dakotas and eastern Montana from above.
Glacier National Park
Spot the sharp, glaciated peaks of northern Montana near the Canadian border.
British Columbia Interior
Fly over the vast, dense evergreen forests and deep valleys of central BC.
Prince William Sound
Catch glimpses of the dramatic coastline and deep blue fjords during the descent into Anchorage.
Choose the left side for spectacular sunset views over the Pacific horizon during evening flights. On the final approach to Anchorage, this side often provides views of the Turnagain Arm's unique tidal bores if the wind requires a southern pattern.
Distance: 4,568 km (2,838 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 22 min
Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Arrival: ANC (61.17440032958984, -149.99600219726562)
Route Type: Domestic
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