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PHL → ICT
Which side of the plane to sit from Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia) to Wichita Eisenhower National Airport (Wichita)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is preferred for the iconic view of Center City Philadelphia during takeoff and the more favorable lighting conditions when traveling westbound, avoiding the direct glare of the sun.
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Philadelphia Skyline
Prime views of the Center City skyscrapers and the Schuylkill River immediately after departure.
Valley Forge
The lush green expanse of the historic national park located just west of the Philadelphia suburbs.
Midwestern Grid
The geometric beauty of perfectly square township farmland patterns across Ohio and Indiana.
Missouri River
Observe the wide, winding curves of the river as it cuts through the Missouri landscape.
Wichita Approach
Views of the 'Air Capital of the World' and its numerous aircraft manufacturing facilities during landing.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Philly skyline on a standard westbound departure from Runway 27. This side offers better lighting for photos because the sun is located to the south. During autumn, the hardwood forests of Pennsylvania and Ohio provide spectacular color from this side.
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Delaware River
Aerial views of the river and the industrial landscape of South Philly immediately after takeoff.
Appalachian Ridges
The distinct folded mountain patterns of central Pennsylvania's Ridge-and-Valley province.
Mississippi River
A major landmark crossing marking the transition from the Midwest to the Great Plains.
Gateway Arch
Potential distant view of the St. Louis landmark if the path tracks slightly south.
The Flint Hills
The unique rolling tallgrass prairie ecosystem of eastern Kansas visible during the descent.
Expect heavy sun glare on this side during midday flights, making photography difficult. For the best view of the Mississippi River crossing, start looking out approximately 110 minutes after departure from PHL. The Flint Hills are most vibrant during the late spring green-up.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,935 km (1,202 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 35 min
Departure: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Arrival: ICT (37.649899, -97.433098)
Route Type: Domestic
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