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PHL → MKE
Which side of the plane to sit from Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia) to General Mitchell International Airport (Milwaukee)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the Great Lakes, including a scenic traverse of the Lake Erie shoreline and a dramatic approach over Lake Michigan into Milwaukee.
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Scranton Area
The valley cities of Northeast Pennsylvania are visible as the flight reaches cruising altitude.
Presque Isle
The distinctive arcing peninsula of Erie, Pennsylvania, extending out into the blue waters of Lake Erie.
Detroit River
Aerial views of the urban density and the international crossing between Detroit and Windsor, Canada.
Lake Michigan Crossing
A vast expanse of water where the horizon disappears, especially striking during clear weather.
Milwaukee Skyline
A stunning low-altitude view of the Milwaukee Art Museum and downtown skyscrapers during the final approach.
The right side is superior for sunset flights, as the sun sets over the Milwaukee skyline during the landing. Seat yourself away from the wing for unobstructed views of the Lake Erie coastline. Best views occur during the final 15 minutes of the flight when crossing the lake.
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Susquehanna River
Views of the wide, shallow river valley cutting through the Pennsylvania landscape shortly after departure.
Appalachian Ridges
The geometrically aligned folded mountains of central Pennsylvania provide a unique geological visual.
Cleveland Waterfront
A distant view of the downtown stadiums and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on the southern shore of Lake Erie.
Ann Arbor
The dense greenery and campus architecture of the University of Michigan visible through the southern Michigan corridor.
Lake Michigan Shore
The transition from the agricultural plains of Michigan to the sandy eastern shore of the lake.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the morning sun illuminate the Appalachian ridges. During winter, look for ice formations along the southern shores of the Great Lakes. Avoid this side in the late afternoon if you are sensitive to direct sun glare.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,108 km (688 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Arrival: MKE (42.94720077514648, -87.89659881591797)
Route Type: Domestic
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