Burlington to Chicago is 761 miles (1,225 km), a flight of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
The left side wins both phases: Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks at departure, plus the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan shoreline on arrival, giving continuous visual interest missing from the right side's flat farmland views.
Flight Path
Cruise passes over upstate New York and southern Ontario/Lake Erie region, then the flat farmland of northern Indiana and Illinois — mostly featureless agricultural plains with no major landmarks.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BTV
LEFTDeparting BTV on runway 33 or 15, the left side gives passengers a good look at Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains rising beyond it as the plane climbs westbound, before the aircraft turns toward Chicago. The right side mostly shows the Green Mountains receding, less distinctive in comparison.
Landing at ORD
LEFTOn approach into ORD from the east, the left side offers views of Lake Michigan's shoreline and the Chicago skyline including the Loop and lakefront towers before the turn onto final approach. The right side shows only flat suburban Illinois farmland with no distinguishing features.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Burlington International (BTV) to Chicago Ohare International (ORD)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Burlington to Chicago. The left side wins both phases: Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks at departure, plus the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan shoreline on arrival, giving continuous visual interest missing from the right side's flat farmland views.
What can I see during takeoff from Burlington International in Burlington?
During takeoff from Burlington International (BTV), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing BTV on runway 33 or 15, the left side gives passengers a good look at Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains rising beyond it as the plane climbs westbound, before the aircraft turns toward Chicago. The right side mostly shows the Green Mountains receding, less distinctive in comparison. Notable sights include: Lake Champlain, Adirondack Mountains, Green Mountains foothills.
What can I see when landing at Chicago Ohare International in Chicago?
When landing at Chicago Ohare International (ORD), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into ORD from the east, the left side offers views of Lake Michigan's shoreline and the Chicago skyline including the Loop and lakefront towers before the turn onto final approach. The right side shows only flat suburban Illinois farmland with no distinguishing features. Notable sights include: Lake Michigan shoreline, Chicago skyline (Willis Tower, Loop), Navy Pier.
How long is the flight from Burlington to Chicago?
The flight from Burlington International (BTV) to Chicago Ohare International (ORD) takes about 1 hour 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 761 miles (1,225 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Burlington to Chicago flight path pass over?
Cruise passes over upstate New York and southern Ontario/Lake Erie region, then the flat farmland of northern Indiana and Illinois — mostly featureless agricultural plains with no major landmarks.