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ORD → IND
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago) to Indianapolis International Airport (Indianapolis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a spectacular view of the Chicago skyline and the Lake Michigan shoreline immediately after takeoff from O'Hare, followed by views of industrial Northwest Indiana.
Chicago Skyline
Unmatched views of the Willis Tower, John Hancock Center, and the dense cluster of skyscrapers in the Loop during departure.
Lake Michigan Coastline
The transition from the urban concrete of Chicago to the deep blue waters and sandy beaches of the lakefront.
Gary Industrial Complex
A bird's-eye view of the massive steel mills and heavy industrial infrastructure along the southern tip of Lake Michigan.
Indiana Dunes
View the unique sandy peaks and forested ridges of the Indiana Dunes National Park along the shoreline.
Purdue University
On a clear day, the sprawling campus of Purdue University in West Lafayette is visible as you head south toward Indy.
Book an 'A' window seat for the most direct views of downtown Chicago. On morning flights, the sun will be on the left side, which can cause glare; afternoon or evening flights are best for photography of the city lights.
Suburban Chicago Grid
Observe the perfectly planned residential blocks and highway interchanges of the western suburbs like Naperville.
Benton County Wind Farms
Hundreds of massive wind turbines spinning across the flat Indiana landscape, creating a striking geometric pattern.
Midwestern Farmland
A vast tapestry of corn and soybean fields that change colors dramatically between the green of summer and gold of autumn.
Eagle Creek Reservoir
As the plane descends into IND, look for this large body of water on the west side of Indianapolis.
Choose the right side if you want to avoid the sun during morning flights. This side provides a better view of the massive wind farms located in central Indiana. Since the flight is often under 40 minutes, keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff.
Distance: 286 km (178 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Arrival: IND (39.7173, -86.294403)
Route Type: Domestic
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