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Our Recommendation
8.5

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.

Left Side Highlights
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Bay of Fundy

View the dramatic coastline and extreme tidal flats separating Nova Scotia and New Brunswick shortly after departure.

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White Mountains

Look for Mount Washington and the granite peaks of New Hampshire as the flight enters United States airspace.

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Green Mountains

The rolling, forested ridges of Vermont provide a continuous carpet of green or autumn colors depending on the season.

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Finger Lakes

Spot the distinct, slender glacial lakes of Upstate New York carved into the landscape to the south of Lake Ontario.

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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.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Saint John River

Follow the winding path of New Brunswick's longest river as it heads toward the Bay of Fundy.

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Toronto Skyline

On clear days, the CN Tower and Toronto's dense waterfront are visible across the northern expanse of Lake Ontario.

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Niagara Peninsula

View the fertile corridor between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie, famous for its many vineyards and orchards.

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Detroit-Windsor Border

See the Ambassador Bridge and the urban sprawl of these two major border cities connected by the Detroit River.

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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.

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Route Information

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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