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ORD → MUC
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago) to Munich Airport (Munich)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side provides an iconic departure view of the Chicago skyline and the best opportunity to see the Bavarian Alps on the approach into Munich.
Downtown Chicago
Spectacular views of the Willis Tower and the city's grid if departing on runways 9R or 10L.
St. Lawrence Seaway
Views of the massive maritime corridor and the islands bordering the US and Canada.
North Atlantic Sunrise
Breathtaking sunrise over the clouds as the aircraft approaches the European coastline.
European Capitals
Distant views of London or Paris are often possible if the flight path tracks slightly south.
Bavarian Alps
On clear mornings, the snow-capped peaks of the Alps are visible to the south during the descent into Munich.
The right side is the 'photographer's side' for this route. It offers the classic Chicago skyline shot on takeoff and the scenic Bavarian landscape on arrival. Note that the morning sun will be on this side during the landing, so have your camera settings adjusted for bright light.
Chicago North Shore
Bird's eye view of the Gold Coast and Evanston waterfront shortly after departure.
Lake Michigan
A vast expanse of deep blue as the plane crosses the lake toward the Michigan peninsula.
Aurora Borealis
On this northern trans-Atlantic track, the left side offers the best chance to spot the Northern Lights during the night.
Northern UK
Early morning views of the rugged landscapes of Scotland or Northern England depending on the jet stream.
Rhine-Main Region
Views of the dense forests and urban centers of Western Germany during the final hour of flight.
Sit on the left if you are a night owl hoping to catch the Aurora Borealis; this side faces north during the dark trans-Atlantic crossing. For arrival, this side often sees the terminal buildings first when taxiing at MUC.
Distance: 7,270 km (4,517 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 33 min
Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Route Type: International
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