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ORD → JAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago) to Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (Jackson)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft typically offers superior views of the iconic Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan immediately after takeoff from O'Hare, followed by a scenic approach over the Ross Barnett Reservoir near Jackson.
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Chicago Skyline
Unparalleled views of the Willis Tower, John Hancock Center, and the dense urban core of the Windy City.
Lake Michigan
The vast blue expanse of the lake and the intricate shoreline of the Chicago Gold Coast.
Land Between the Lakes
Aerial perspective of the massive recreation area nestled between Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake.
Ross Barnett Reservoir
A stunning 33,000-acre lake that marks the final descent into the Jackson metropolitan area.
Sit on the left for the best morning light if flying south. On departure from ORD, look out immediately for the Lake Michigan curve. During the descent into JAN, this side provides the best view of the Pearl River basin and the reservoir.
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Illinois Farmland
A geometric tapestry of the American Corn Belt showing the transition from urban to rural landscapes.
Mississippi River Valley
Glimpses of the winding 'Mighty Mississippi' as the flight path parallels the river to the west.
Memphis Perimeter
Distant views of the Memphis skyline and the sprawling transportation hubs of Western Tennessee.
Jackson State Capitol
Views of the Mississippi State Capitol and downtown Jackson urban layout during western approach patterns.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Keep an eye out for the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers near Cairo, Illinois, about midway through the flight.
Book Hotels in JacksonDistance: 1,092 km (679 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Arrival: JAN (32.3111991882, -90.0758972168)
Route Type: Domestic
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