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ORD → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is superior for catching the Northern Lights during the dark transatlantic crossing and provides a higher probability of viewing Greenland's southern ice fields and fjords.
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Chicago Lakefront
Sweeping views of the Willis Tower and the Lake Michigan shoreline shortly after takeoff.
Greenland Glaciers
Stunning aerial perspectives of the ice sheet and rugged coastal fjords on northern flight tracks.
Aurora Borealis
Optimal positioning for viewing the Northern Lights during the midnight portion of the flight.
Atlantic Sunrise
A front-row seat to the sun rising over the North Atlantic as the flight nears Europe.
Dutch Coastline
Views of the intricate dikes, polders, and wind farms of the Netherlands during descent.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. Set an alarm for approximately 4 to 5 hours after departure to check for Greenland's ice cap or the Aurora Borealis if flying in winter. During the sunrise phase, keep your window shade partially closed to manage the intense light while still enjoying the horizon colors.
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St. Lawrence Seaway
Broad views of the massive waterway system cutting through eastern Canada.
Maritime Provinces
Occasional sightings of the Newfoundland coast and busy North Atlantic shipping lanes.
Scottish Highlands
Visuals of the rugged, green terrain of northern Britain as the aircraft enters European airspace.
North Sea Traffic
Dense clusters of cargo ships and tankers navigating the waters near the English Channel.
Ruhr District
The sprawling industrial and urban landscape of Western Germany as you enter the final approach.
The right side is ideal for views of the Canadian Maritimes and the southern UK. Note that this side faces south during the morning approach, meaning the sun will be direct and quite bright; high-quality sunglasses are recommended. On the final approach into DUS, look for the Rhine river and the urban density of the Ruhr area.
Book Hotels in DuesseldorfDistance: 6,788 km (4,218 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 59 min
Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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