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YQR → ORD
Which side of the plane to sit from Regina International Airport (Regina) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Lake Michigan shoreline and the spectacular Chicago skyline during the final descent into O'Hare.
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Saskatchewan Prairies
Expansive views of the golden wheat fields and the Qu'Appelle Valley shortly after departure.
Lake Sakakawea
A massive, winding reservoir on the Missouri River in North Dakota visible during the first half of the trip.
Madison Isthmus
Clear views of Wisconsin's capital city nestled between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona.
Lake Michigan Shoreline
The transition from land to the deep blue of the Great Lakes as you enter Illinois airspace.
Chicago Skyline
Unmatched views of the Willis Tower and downtown skyscrapers during the approach to ORD.
Sit on the left for the most iconic views of Chicago's skyscrapers. During final approach, the pilot often tracks south along the lakefront before turning west. For night flights, this side provides a stunning light show of the Magnificent Mile and the Navy Pier.
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Regina Cityscape
Aerial view of downtown Regina and Wascana Lake immediately after takeoff from YQR.
Midwestern Grids
The fascinating geometric patterns of irrigation circles and farmland across the Dakotas and Iowa.
Mississippi River
The crossing of the mighty Mississippi River near the intersection of Wisconsin and Illinois.
Chicagoland Suburbs
A dense urban sprawl showcasing the massive scale of the Chicago metropolitan area.
Choose the right side if you enjoy watching the sunset over the Great Plains on an evening flight. It also provides a better view of the massive airport infrastructure when taxiing to the gate at O'Hare. Keep an eye out for the Missouri River's complex meanders mid-flight.
Book Hotels in ChicagoDistance: 1,590 km (988 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min
Departure: YQR (50.43190002441406, -104.66600036621094)
Arrival: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Route Type: International
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