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ORD → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Chicago skyline upon departure and breathtaking vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains during the final descent into Charlotte.
Chicago Skyline
Unmatched views of the Willis Tower and the dense urban core of the Windy City on departure.
Midwest Patchwork
Intricate grid patterns of the Illinois and Indiana agricultural heartland.
Kentucky Bluegrass
Glimpses of the rolling hills and horse country in the eastern part of the state.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Dramatic scenery as the flight crosses the high peaks and forests of North Carolina.
Uptown Charlotte
A stunning view of the gleaming skyscrapers during a standard southern approach to the airport.
Book a window seat on the right for the highest probability of seeing the Chicago skyline. During evening flights, this side provides spectacular sunset views over the Blue Ridge escarpment. On clear days, the mountains become visible approximately 20 minutes before landing.
Lake Michigan
Aerial view of the southern tip and the Indiana Dunes National Park during the initial climb.
Indianapolis
Clear views of the Circle City and the massive Indianapolis Motor Speedway complex.
Appalachian Plateau
Parallel forested ridges stretching across the rugged terrain of West Virginia.
New River Gorge
The winding path of one of the oldest rivers in North America cutting through the mountains.
Bank of America Stadium
Direct views of the home of the Carolina Panthers during northern landings into CLT.
Ideal for early morning flights to catch the sunrise reflecting off Lake Michigan. Keep an eye out for the distinctive ridge-and-valley formations of the Appalachians roughly 40 minutes before arrival.
Distance: 965 km (600 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: Domestic
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