On an eastbound approach, passengers on the right side can spot the city's high-rises and the Scioto Mile parkland before the plane touches down at the airport.
The left side is superior primarily for the departure out of Midway, offering an iconic view of the Chicago skyline and the southern curve of Lake Michigan. During the short flight, it also provides a clear view of the Indiana shoreline industrial hubs and the northern suburbs of Columbus upon arrival.
The right side offers the most iconic views, including the Dallas skyline upon departure and the dramatic confluence of the Mississippi and Ohio rivers near Cairo, Illinois.
The Right Side offers the most stunning transition from the turquoise Bahamian reefs to the rugged, deep green ridges of the Appalachian Mountains and the iconic New River Gorge.
The Left Side offers a superior perspective of the Gulf Coast upon departure and a parallel view of the dramatic ridges of the Appalachian Mountains during the mid-flight cruise.
The right side offers a superior view of the Minneapolis skyline upon takeoff and a distant but iconic view of the Chicago skyline while crossing over or near Lake Michigan.
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Appalachian range's heart and the distinct transition from the mountains to the Ohio plains.
The right side offers the most iconic views, including the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan shoreline upon departure, followed by the impressive Ohio Stadium and downtown Columbus during the final approach.
The left side of the aircraft offers premium views of the Manhattan skyline during departure from EWR, followed by the dramatic ridges of the Appalachian Mountains and the winding Susquehanna River.
The left side offers superior views of the Boston Harbor during takeoff, potential distant views of the New York City skyline, and the most dramatic perspectives of the Appalachian ridge-and-valley formations in Pennsylvania.
The left side of the aircraft offers a more expansive view of the Shenandoah Valley and the dramatic, long-running ridges of the Blue Ridge Mountains. On this short westward hop, the southern perspective typically captures the heart of the Appalachian wilderness with better sun positioning for photography during the day.
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the winding Ohio River, especially scenic during the final third of the flight.
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Arizona wilderness shortly after takeoff and the scenic winding paths of the Missouri River mid-flight.