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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior vantage point for the turquoise waters of the Exuma Cays, the lush Florida Everglades, and the most iconic views of the Chicago skyline during the final approach into Midway.

Left Side Highlights
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Punta Cana Coastline

Aerial views of the white sand beaches and luxury resorts along the Dominican Republic's eastern tip immediately after takeoff.

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The Exumas, Bahamas

Breathtaking turquoise water patterns and tiny cays stretching across the Caribbean Sea during the first hour of flight.

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Florida Everglades

Vast wetlands and the 'River of Grass' visible as the flight path crosses the Florida peninsula toward the Gulf/Atlantic transition.

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Great Smoky Mountains

Rolling ridges and often-misty peaks of the Appalachian range as you fly over the border of Tennessee and North Carolina.

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Chicago Skyline

Unmatched views of the Willis Tower and the downtown skyscrapers if the aircraft approaches Midway from the north or east.

For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Caribbean reefs. When approaching Chicago, the left side is statistically more likely to see the skyline during the standard traffic patterns for runways 22L or 31C. Keep your camera ready as you descend past the 10,000-foot mark over Indiana.

Right Side Highlights
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Atlantic Ocean Horizon

Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic and the edge of the Gulf Stream current during the climb.

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Grand Bahama Island

Views of the northernmost islands of the Bahamas and the surrounding shallow sandbanks.

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Carolina Coastline

Distant views of the Outer Banks and the intricate barrier islands of the South Carolina and North Carolina coast.

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Ohio River

The massive, winding river that marks the transition from the southern U.S. into the Midwestern heartland.

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Indiana Farmland

A geometric patchwork of green and gold fields that creates a mesmerizing grid pattern during the descent.

The right side is excellent for catching the sunrise if you are on a very early departure. While it misses the primary Chicago skyline view on most approaches, it offers a great look at the southern tip of Lake Michigan and the industrial architecture of the Indiana shoreline before touchdown.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,168 km (1,969 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 44 min

Departure: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)

Arrival: MDW (41.785999, -87.752403)

Route Type: International

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