Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Moorea to Chicago. The takeoff from Moorea offers more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery—volcanic peaks and lagoon systems are far more striking than the flat approach into Chicago. Right-side seats maximize the island departure experience.

During takeoff from Temae (MOZ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Moorea's dramatic volcanic peaks and lagoon system are positioned northwest of the runway. Right-side seats capture the island's spine of basalt ridges and the turquoise lagoon as the aircraft climbs northeast over the Pacific. Notable sights include: Moorea's central volcanic ridge (Mount Tohivea, 3,960 ft), the pale turquoise lagoon enclosed by the barrier reef, Opunohu Bay to the west, and the darker deep ocean beyond the reef edge.

When landing at Chicago Ohare International (ORD), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Chicago from the northeast over Lake Michigan, left-side seats offer the best views of the city skyline, downtown Chicago's clustered high-rises, and the lakefront as the aircraft descends toward O'Hare. Notable sights include: Lake Michigan's western shoreline and downtown Chicago skyline (Willis Tower, Trump International Hotel visible in the cluster), the Chicago River branching through the city center, and the grid of residential neighborhoods extending west toward O'Hare.

The flight from Temae (MOZ) to Chicago Ohare International (ORD) takes 14h 15m.

The flight crosses the central Pacific Ocean with no significant landmarks for approximately 10 hours. The route passes north of Hawaii (not directly over the islands on most routing). As the aircraft approaches North America, the Rocky Mountains become visible during descent into the continental interior—the Wasatch Range near Salt Lake City and the Front Range near Denver may be visible depending on exact routing. The Great Plains extend eastward with minimal elevation change. Lake Michigan appears during final approach to Chicago.