Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Indianapolis to Columbus. Right-side seats capture the more visually interesting takeoff sequence with Indianapolis's urban features and river valley. While landing views are comparable on both sides, the eastbound flight path means right-side seats have the advantage during climb-out when the city is most detailed and dramatic.

During takeoff from Indianapolis International (IND), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Indianapolis's urban grid and the White River valley as the aircraft climbs eastward. You'll see the city's downtown core and suburban sprawl receding beneath you. Notable sights include: Indianapolis downtown skyline, White River (winding through the city), Interstate 465 beltway, suburban neighborhoods extending south and east.

When landing at Port Columbus International (CMH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Scioto River valley and Columbus's downtown as you descend from the west. The city's urban core and surrounding neighborhoods are clearly visible during final approach. Notable sights include: Scioto River (flowing north through downtown), Columbus downtown skyline, Ohio State University campus area to the north, suburban sprawl extending east and south.

The flight from Indianapolis International (IND) to Port Columbus International (CMH) takes Approximately 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes.

The flight path crosses central Ohio farmland and small towns. You'll pass over the flat agricultural landscape of central Indiana and western Ohio with scattered small cities like Richmond, Indiana and Marysville, Ohio visible as small clusters. The terrain remains consistently flat with no significant geographic features—this is primarily agricultural and suburban sprawl country with few dramatic landmarks.