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ORD → MQT
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago) to Sawyer International Airport (Gwinn)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point of the Lake Michigan coastline, the iconic Door Peninsula, and the scenic entry into the Upper Peninsula's rugged landscape.
Lake Michigan Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the vast, deep blue waters of Lake Michigan stretching toward the horizon.
Door Peninsula
The distinct, narrow finger of Wisconsin separating Green Bay from the main body of Lake Michigan.
Sleeping Bear Dunes
On clear days, the massive sand dunes on the distant eastern shore of the lake can be spotted.
Escanaba Waterfront
The shipping docks and Little Bay de Noc as the plane begins its final descent into the UP.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Keep your eyes peeled for the transition from the turquoise waters of the shoals to the deep blues of the lake. Watch for the lighthouse-dotted coastline of the Door Peninsula which is a major geographic landmark on this route.
Chicago Suburbs
Expansive views of the sprawling Chicagoland area and the northern suburbs shortly after takeoff.
Milwaukee Lakefront
The Milwaukee skyline and the Calatrava-designed Art Museum are often visible along the western shore.
Hiawatha National Forest
Lush green canopies and dense timberland stretching across the central Upper Peninsula.
Industrial Green Bay
The industrial docks and the mouth of the Fox River visible near the city of Green Bay.
Sit on the left for better views of the urban progression from Chicago to Milwaukee. During evening flights, this side catches the sunset over the Wisconsin mainland, though glare can be an issue in the late afternoon.
Distance: 488 km (303 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Arrival: MQT (46.3535995483, -87.39540100100001)
Route Type: Domestic
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