On many approaches, particularly from the east, the left side offers a spectacular view of the Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the lakefront.
The Right Side is generally superior due to the high probability of passing over the breathtaking glaciers of Southern Greenland and the rugged, uninhabited landscapes of Northern Canada.
The right side is superior for this route due to the spectacular views of the Chesapeake Bay upon departure and the expansive panoramas of Lake Michigan and the Chicago lakeshore during the descent into O'Hare.
The right side offers a superior chance of witnessing the dramatic glaciers of Greenland and the rugged, lake-filled wilderness of Northern Canada, which are the visual highlights of this transatlantic route.
The right side provides an exceptional view of the international border at takeoff and the iconic Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan shoreline during the final approach into O'Hare.
While both sides offer scenic views of the American heartland, the right side is the clear winner for its potential to showcase the iconic Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan shoreline during the final approach into O'Hare.
The left side offers a premier view of the high Colorado Rockies and the vibrant red rock formations of Utah, capped off with a better probability of seeing the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan during the approach into O'Hare.
The left side is the clear winner for this route, offering a front-row seat to the Detroit-Windsor skyline and the iconic Chicago lakefront approach, which typically passes right by the Willis Tower and Navy Pier.
The left side offers a superior view of the Appalachian mountain ridges during the first half of the flight and provides the iconic Chicago skyline panorama upon arrival at O'Hare.
The right side is the premier choice for this transcontinental route, offering iconic views of the Grand Canyon's vast expanse and the Chicago city center upon arrival.
The right side offers an exceptional departure view of the British Virgin Islands and a prime perspective of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan during the approach into O'Hare.
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the Sierra Madre Oriental mountains immediately after takeoff and generally superior views of the Chicago skyline during the standard approach into O'Hare.
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the Arctic landscape and Greenland's interior ice cap with optimal lighting conditions for photography.