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YQB → ORD
Which side of the plane to sit from Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (Quebec) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the St. Lawrence River valley, potential glimpses of Niagara Falls, and the iconic Chicago skyline during the final approach into O'Hare.
St. Lawrence River
Breathtaking views of the wide river valley and the Ile d'Orleans immediately following departure from Quebec City.
Toronto & Lake Ontario
Clear views of the Golden Horseshoe region and the distant CN Tower as the flight tracks along the southern edge of Ontario.
Niagara Falls
On clear days with a southerly flight path, the mist and scale of the falls are visible near the western tip of Lake Ontario.
Indiana Dunes
The unique sand dune ecosystem and industrial coastline of Northwest Indiana as the plane prepares for its turn toward ORD.
Chicago Skyline
The absolute best view of the Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the lakefront skyscrapers when landing on runways 27L or 28C.
Sit on the left side (Seat A) for the most dramatic entry into Chicago. If the flight is in the late afternoon, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photography of the Ontario coastline and the Chicago skyline. Keep an eye out approximately 60-70 minutes into the flight for the Niagara region.
Laurentian Mountains
View the ancient, rolling peaks of the Canadian Shield to the north shortly after takeoff.
Ottawa Valley
The confluence of the Ottawa and Gatineau rivers marks the transition from Quebec into Ontario.
Algonquin Provincial Park
A massive expanse of dense forest and thousands of small, sparkling lakes typical of the Ontario wilderness.
Michigan Peninsula
The agricultural patterns and small towns of central Michigan are visible before crossing the expanse of Lake Michigan.
Lake Michigan Crossing
A vast 'inland sea' experience with deep blue waters stretching to the horizon before the urban sprawl of Chicago appears.
The right side (Seat F) is excellent for observing the vastness of the Canadian wilderness and the Great Lakes' scale. This side avoids direct glare from the sun on afternoon flights heading southwest. It is particularly scenic in autumn when the Ontario forests display vibrant fall colors.
Distance: 1,414 km (879 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 53 min
Departure: YQB (46.7911, -71.393303)
Arrival: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Route Type: International
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