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Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
Passengers on the right side typically enjoy views of the iconic Chicago skyline and the Lake Michigan shoreline during eastbound departures.
Passengers on the right side typically enjoy views of the iconic Chicago skyline and the Lake Michigan shoreline during eastbound departures.
While both sides showcase the transition from the lush Midwest to the high desert, the Right Side is superior for its majestic views of the Colorado Front Range and the massive silhouette of Pikes Peak during the descent.
The left side is superior for transcontinental scenery, offering potential views of the Greenland ice cap on northerly tracks and the best vantage point for the Aurora Borealis during the night crossing.
The right side offers a superior dramatic reveal of the Rocky Mountains, specifically Longs Peak and the Northern Front Range, during the descent into Denver.
The left side is superior for this transatlantic route, offering views of the vast Great Lakes system, the rugged Canadian Shield, potential sightings of the Greenland ice cap on northerly tracks, and the dramatic coastline of Northwest Ireland upon arrival.
The right side offers the most iconic views, including a high probability of seeing the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan shoreline immediately after takeoff, followed by industrial and rural Indiana landscapes.
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Chicago skyline upon departure and a clear perspective of the Saginaw and Bay City urban areas during the descent.
The Left Side is superior for catching the Northern Lights during the dark transatlantic crossing and provides a higher probability of viewing Greenland's southern ice fields and fjords.
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.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Chicago skyline upon departure and the sprawling urban landscape of Atlanta, ending with a view of the unique wetlands of North Florida.
The left side is superior for viewing the Greenland ice sheet during the day and offers the best chance to spot the Aurora Borealis during the typical overnight crossing.
The Left Side is slightly favored for this ultra-long-haul route as it provides the best vantage point for the Aurora Borealis over the Arctic and superior views of the diverse topographical transitions from the Siberian taiga into the mist-shrouded mountains of central China.
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.