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YEG → ORD
Which side of the plane to sit from Edmonton International Airport (Edmonton) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route because it offers the most dramatic views of the Chicago skyline and the Lake Michigan shoreline during the final approach into O'Hare.
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Edmonton Skyline
Aerial view of downtown Edmonton and the North Saskatchewan River valley shortly after takeoff.
Canadian Prairies
Vast, geometric patchwork of agricultural land across Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Mississippi River
The flight crosses the iconic river near the border of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Dells
Views of the scenic sandstone formations and the Wisconsin River's winding path.
Chicago Skyline
Breathtaking views of the Willis Tower, John Hancock Center, and the lakefront on approach.
Lake Michigan
A stunning transition from the blue expanse of the lake to the urban density of Chicago.
For the best experience, choose a seat behind the wing to avoid engine obstruction. During evening flights, this side catches the golden hour glow over Lake Michigan. Watch for the 'Lake Effect' clouds which can create dramatic textures during winter months. As you descend, the pilot will often fly out over the lake before turning back toward the airport, providing a full panoramic view of the city.
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Badlands Terrain
The rugged, eroded landscapes of the southern Alberta and Montana border region.
Missouri River
Follows the sinuous curves of the Missouri River through the Dakotas.
Twin Cities
Distant views of the Minneapolis and St. Paul skylines as you pass through Minnesota.
Chicago Suburbs
A birds-eye view of the sprawling residential and industrial grid of Chicagoland.
O'Hare Terminals
Detailed views of the complex runway systems and terminal architecture during landing.
The right side is ideal for morning flights if you want to avoid direct sunlight, as the plane is heading Southeast. You will get a better sense of the scale of the Midwestern suburban sprawl. Keep an eye out for regional airports and smaller cities like Madison, Wisconsin, which are often visible on the descent into the Illinois airspace.
Book Hotels in ChicagoDistance: 2,280 km (1,417 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 2 min
Departure: YEG (53.3097000122, -113.580001831)
Arrival: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Route Type: International
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