Both sides are dominated by flat Mid-Atlantic and Midwest terrain with no mountains or coastline, but the left side edges ahead by offering brief skyline views of both Philadelphia at takeoff and Indianapolis at landing.
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Flight Path
Philadelphia to Indianapolis is 586 miles (944 km), a flight of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Flat farmland and small towns of central Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Indiana; no major rivers or mountain ranges along this direct route
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from PHL
LEFTDeparting PHL westbound on runway 27, a left-side seat gives a brief look over Center City Philadelphia's skyline and the Schuylkill River before the plane settles onto its westward course over flat suburbs.
Landing at IND
LEFTOn approach into IND from the east, the left side offers glimpses of downtown Indianapolis and the White River before the turn onto final for runway 23, while the right side stays over featureless farmland the whole time.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Philadelphia International (PHL) to Indianapolis International (IND)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis. Both sides are dominated by flat Mid-Atlantic and Midwest terrain with no mountains or coastline, but the left side edges ahead by offering brief skyline views of both Philadelphia at takeoff and Indianapolis at landing.
What can I see during takeoff from Philadelphia International in Philadelphia?
During takeoff from Philadelphia International (PHL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing PHL westbound on runway 27, a left-side seat gives a brief look over Center City Philadelphia's skyline and the Schuylkill River before the plane settles onto its westward course over flat suburbs. Notable sights include: Philadelphia skyline, Schuylkill River, Philadelphia International Airport grounds.
What can I see when landing at Indianapolis International in Indianapolis?
When landing at Indianapolis International (IND), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into IND from the east, the left side offers glimpses of downtown Indianapolis and the White River before the turn onto final for runway 23, while the right side stays over featureless farmland the whole time. Notable sights include: Downtown Indianapolis skyline, White River, surrounding farmland grid.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
The flight from Philadelphia International (PHL) to Indianapolis International (IND) takes about 1 hour 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 586 miles (944 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Philadelphia to Indianapolis flight path pass over?
Flat farmland and small towns of central Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Indiana; no major rivers or mountain ranges along this direct route