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ORD β†’ BRU

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides the best opportunity for viewing the Canadian Maritimes, potential Greenland ice caps on northerly tracks, and the Aurora Borealis during the night portion of the flight.

Left Side Highlights
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Chicago Skyline

Dramatic views of the Willis Tower and Lake Michigan shoreline immediately following departure from O'Hare.

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St. Lawrence River

The expansive river system and the transition into the rugged terrain of Quebec and Labrador.

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Newfoundland Coast

The final glimpse of the North American continent with its rocky, indented coastline and deep fjords.

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Southern Greenland

On northerly Great Circle tracks, witness the majestic glaciers and floating icebergs in the North Atlantic.

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Aurora Borealis

A prime vantage point for viewing the Northern Lights during the dark hours of this trans-oceanic crossing.

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Northern Ireland

The lush green landscapes of Donegal and the Giant’s Causeway area as you reach the European coast.

Choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For the best chance to see the Aurora, fly during the winter months and keep your window shade open during the middle 4 hours of the flight. Keep an eye on the flight map for 'Cape Farewell' to spot Greenland ice.

Right Side Highlights
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Detroit & Lake Erie

Early flight views of the industrial Midwest and the southern reaches of the Great Lakes.

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Nova Scotia

The jagged peninsulas and coastal islands of the Canadian Maritimes during the initial crossing stages.

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Atlantic Sunrise

A spectacular multi-hued sunrise over the open ocean approximately 2-3 hours before landing in Brussels.

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Southern Irish Coast

Views of the Fastnet Rock and the rolling green hills of County Cork and Waterford.

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South England

The Bristol Channel and the patchwork landscape of the English countryside on the approach to the North Sea.

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Belgian Coastline

The port of Zeebrugge and the dense network of canals as the plane descends into the heart of Europe.

Ideal for those who enjoy watching the sunrise; the light creates beautiful reflections on the ocean surface. During the final 30 minutes, watch for the intricate Belgian canal systems and the industrial architecture near the coast.

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Route Information

Distance: 6,675 km (4,148 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 51 min

Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)

Arrival: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)

Route Type: International

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