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YHZ → ORD
Which side of the plane to sit from Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (Halifax) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views, including the rugged New England mountains and a high-probability sight of the Chicago skyline during the approach over Lake Michigan.
Bay of Fundy
View the dramatic coastline and extreme tidal flats separating Nova Scotia and New Brunswick shortly after departure.
White Mountains
Look for Mount Washington and the granite peaks of New Hampshire as the flight enters United States airspace.
Green Mountains
The rolling, forested ridges of Vermont provide a continuous carpet of green or autumn colors depending on the season.
Finger Lakes
Spot the distinct, slender glacial lakes of Upstate New York carved into the landscape to the south of Lake Ontario.
Chicago Skyline
On typical westerly landings, this side provides a breathtaking view of the Willis Tower and the downtown Loop area.
For the best photography, choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Afternoon flights on the left side may experience glare, but the approach view of Chicago's skyscrapers makes it the priority choice. Watch for the 'lake effect' clouds over the Great Lakes in winter.
Saint John River
Follow the winding path of New Brunswick's longest river as it heads toward the Bay of Fundy.
Toronto Skyline
On clear days, the CN Tower and Toronto's dense waterfront are visible across the northern expanse of Lake Ontario.
Niagara Peninsula
View the fertile corridor between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie, famous for its many vineyards and orchards.
Detroit-Windsor Border
See the Ambassador Bridge and the urban sprawl of these two major border cities connected by the Detroit River.
Lake Michigan Shoreline
Observe the sandy dunes and coastal towns of western Michigan before the final over-water crossing.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct sun. It offers excellent views of the Canadian side of the Great Lakes. If the plane circles north of ORD for landing, this side may get a view of the northern Chicago suburbs and the O'Hare airfield layout.
Distance: 1,989 km (1,236 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 39 min
Departure: YHZ (44.880798339799995, -63.508598327600005)
Arrival: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Route Type: International
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