While both sides score low due to the predominantly flat Great Plains terrain, the right side edges ahead with the Platte River's distinctive braided channels visible during the landing approach, providing more visual interest than the left side's uniform desert and prairie views. The flight crosses monotonous terrain for most of its duration, limiting scenic value on either side.
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Flight Path
Ontario to Lincoln is 1,232 miles (1,982 km), a flight of about 3 hours 5 minutes.
Colorado plains and foothills (western Colorado), Kansas prairie and Smoky Hill River valley, Republican River drainage basin (northwestern Kansas), Nebraska Sandhills region (north-central Nebraska), Platte River valley (central Nebraska)
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from ONT
LEFTOntario's departure to the north and east offers views of the San Gabriel Mountains immediately after climb-out, providing brief terrain drama before transitioning to flat terrain. The right side faces inland desert and urban sprawl with minimal visual interest.
Landing at LNK
RIGHTThe approach into Lincoln from the west crosses the Platte River valley and offers views of the river's distinctive braided channels and surrounding agricultural landscape. The left side during descent shows only flat cornfields and prairie with minimal variation.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ontario International (ONT) to Lincoln Muni (LNK)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Ontario to Lincoln. While both sides score low due to the predominantly flat Great Plains terrain, the right side edges ahead with the Platte River's distinctive braided channels visible during the landing approach, providing more visual interest than the left side's uniform desert and prairie views. The flight crosses monotonous terrain for most of its duration, limiting scenic value on either side.
What can I see during takeoff from Ontario International in Ontario?
During takeoff from Ontario International (ONT), sit on the Left side for the best views. Ontario's departure to the north and east offers views of the San Gabriel Mountains immediately after climb-out, providing brief terrain drama before transitioning to flat terrain. The right side faces inland desert and urban sprawl with minimal visual interest. Notable sights include: San Gabriel Mountains (north), San Bernardino Valley (east), Los Angeles Basin urban grid (south).
What can I see when landing at Lincoln Muni in Lincoln?
When landing at Lincoln Muni (LNK), sit on the Right side for the best views. The approach into Lincoln from the west crosses the Platte River valley and offers views of the river's distinctive braided channels and surrounding agricultural landscape. The left side during descent shows only flat cornfields and prairie with minimal variation. Notable sights include: Platte River (braided channels), Salt Creek tributary, Lincoln urban area and Capitol building, agricultural grid pattern of central Nebraska.
How long is the flight from Ontario to Lincoln?
The flight from Ontario International (ONT) to Lincoln Muni (LNK) takes about 3 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,232 miles (1,982 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Ontario to Lincoln flight path pass over?
Colorado plains and foothills (western Colorado), Kansas prairie and Smoky Hill River valley, Republican River drainage basin (northwestern Kansas), Nebraska Sandhills region (north-central Nebraska), Platte River valley (central Nebraska)