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ORD → CHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago) to Lovell Field (Chattanooga)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan shoreline upon departure, alongside a clear view of the Tennessee River valley during the descent.
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Chicago Skyline
Dramatic views of the Willis Tower and the lakefront skyscrapers if departing to the east.
Lake Michigan
The expansive blue horizon and the industrial shoreline of Northwest Indiana.
Ohio River Crossing
Aerial view of the massive river dividing Indiana and Kentucky, often near Louisville.
Chickamauga Lake
The sprawling reservoir of the Tennessee River just north of Chattanooga.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to see the sunrise over Lake Michigan. On departure, if the wind is from the east, you will have a front-row seat to the entire Chicago waterfront. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes of takeoff.
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Midwest Patchwork
The geometric beauty of Illinois and Indiana farmlands in varying seasonal colors.
Lookout Mountain
The prominent ridge that defines the Chattanooga landscape, visible during final approach.
Tennessee River Gorge
The winding 'Grand Canyon of the South' cutting through the Cumberland Plateau.
O'Hare Terminals
A great view of the complex airport infrastructure during taxi and initial climb.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also better for spotting the winding Tennessee River Gorge and the famous Lookout Mountain ridge as you descend into Lovell Field.
Book Hotels in ChattanoogaDistance: 807 km (501 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Arrival: CHA (35.03530120849609, -85.20379638671875)
Route Type: Domestic
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