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ORD → MOB
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago) to Mobile Regional Airport (Mobile)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a premier view of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan upon departure, followed by the rolling hills of Tennessee and the expansive Mobile Bay during the final descent.
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Chicago Skyline
Breathtaking views of the Willis Tower and the downtown lakefront shortly after takeoff from O'Hare.
Lake Michigan
The deep blue expanse of the lake provides a stark contrast to the urban landscape during the initial climb.
Ohio River Crossing
Aerial perspective of the wide river meanders marking the border between Illinois and Kentucky.
Nashville Basin
Spot the sprawling metropolitan area of Nashville and the lush green hills of Middle Tennessee.
Mobile Bay
Stunning views of the Alabama coastline, the port of Mobile, and the delta wetlands on final approach.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to see the sun illuminate the Chicago skyline. During the descent into Mobile, watch for the USS Alabama battleship in the bay if the flight path circles from the east.
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Midwest Farmland
A geometric tapestry of corn and soybean fields across Illinois and Indiana.
Tennessee River
Glances of the winding Tennessee River as it cuts through the northern Alabama landscape.
Piney Woods
Dense southern pine forests that dominate the terrain as you cross into Alabama.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Mississippi Valley. While less scenic than the left, it offers a quieter view of the rural American South's transition from plains to forests.
Book Hotels in MobileDistance: 1,255 km (780 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Arrival: MOB (30.691200256348, -88.242797851562)
Route Type: Domestic
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