While the left side offers Lake Michigan views during departure, the right side provides superior scenery during the long transatlantic and Mediterranean crossing, with views of the Atlantic coastline, European geography, and most importantly the dramatic Dead Sea and Jordan Rift Valley approach to Amman.
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Flight Path
Chicago to Amman is 6,213 miles (9,998 km), a flight of about 10 hours 45 minutes.
Atlantic coastline off Ireland and UK, European continent including Alps or Pyrenees depending on routing, Mediterranean Sea, Levantine coast, Dead Sea and Jordan Rift Valley
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MDW
LEFTLeft side offers views of Lake Michigan as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Midway. The lake's vast expanse and Chicago's lakefront are visible during the initial climb-out phase before the aircraft turns toward the Atlantic corridor.
Landing at ADJ
RIGHTRight side provides views of the Dead Sea and the Jordan Rift Valley as the aircraft descends toward Amman from the northwest. These dramatic geological features are unmistakable and form the approach corridor to Queen Alia International Airport.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Chicago Midway International (MDW) to Marka International (ADJ)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Chicago to Amman. While the left side offers Lake Michigan views during departure, the right side provides superior scenery during the long transatlantic and Mediterranean crossing, with views of the Atlantic coastline, European geography, and most importantly the dramatic Dead Sea and Jordan Rift Valley approach to Amman.
What can I see during takeoff from Chicago Midway International in Chicago?
During takeoff from Chicago Midway International (MDW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of Lake Michigan as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Midway. The lake's vast expanse and Chicago's lakefront are visible during the initial climb-out phase before the aircraft turns toward the Atlantic corridor. Notable sights include: Lake Michigan, Chicago downtown skyline, Des Plaines River valley, Illinois prairie extending westward.
What can I see when landing at Marka International in Amman?
When landing at Marka International (ADJ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Dead Sea and the Jordan Rift Valley as the aircraft descends toward Amman from the northwest. These dramatic geological features are unmistakable and form the approach corridor to Queen Alia International Airport. Notable sights include: Dead Sea (lowest point on Earth), Jordan Rift Valley escarpment, Judean Hills to the east, Amman city sprawl on elevated terrain.
How long is the flight from Chicago to Amman?
The flight from Chicago Midway International (MDW) to Marka International (ADJ) takes about 10 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 6,213 miles (9,998 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Chicago to Amman flight path pass over?
Atlantic coastline off Ireland and UK, European continent including Alps or Pyrenees depending on routing, Mediterranean Sea, Levantine coast, Dead Sea and Jordan Rift Valley