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ORD → CAK
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago) to Akron Canton Regional Airport (Akron)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views of the Chicago skyline upon departure and the scenic Lake Michigan shoreline before heading across the Midwest.
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Chicago Lakefront
Unparalleled views of the Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the Gold Coast during the initial climb.
Lake Michigan Shoreline
Aerial perspective of the Indiana Dunes and the transition from urban sprawl to natural coastline.
South Bend
Clear views of the University of Notre Dame campus and the iconic football stadium.
Cuyahoga Valley
Lush green corridors of the National Park visible during the descent into the Akron area.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. During departure from ORD, if the plane takes off towards the east, you will have a front-row seat to the downtown skyline.
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Gary Industrial Belt
Massive steel mills and heavy industrial infrastructure along the southern tip of Lake Michigan.
Midwest Mosaic
The geometric beauty of Indiana and Ohio's agricultural heartland, featuring a patchwork of fields.
Pro Football Hall of Fame
Visible on the southern approach into CAK, located in nearby Canton.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the wing. Keep an eye out during the final descent for the various small kettle lakes dotted around the Akron-Canton region.
Book Hotels in AkronDistance: 551 km (342 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 55 min
Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Arrival: CAK (40.91609954833984, -81.44219970703125)
Route Type: Domestic
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