About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Hewanorra International (UVF) to Chicago Ohare International (ORD)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Hewandorra to Chicago. The right side captures the spectacular Piton departure over St. Lucia's Caribbean coast, then tracks the eastern Gulf of Mexico and Gulf Coast. The Chicago approach view is excellent on the left, but the St. Lucia departure scenery is more dramatic and unique, tipping the overall balance to the right.
What can I see during takeoff from Hewanorra International in Hewandorra?
During takeoff from Hewanorra International (UVF), sit on the Right side for the best views. Hewanorra's runway 10/28 means departures heading northwest will give the right side a view back over the southern St. Lucia coastline, the Piton mountains, and the Caribbean Sea. The left side faces inland scrub and the Atlantic. Notable sights include: Gros Piton and Petit Piton volcanic spires, Vieux Fort Bay, southern St. Lucia coastline, St. Vincent island on the distant horizon to the south.
What can I see when landing at Chicago Ohare International in Chicago?
When landing at Chicago Ohare International (ORD), sit on the Left side for the best views. ORD arrivals from the south typically use runways 10L/10R or 27L/27R depending on wind. On a southbound approach from the Caribbean, aircraft track over Lake Michigan's southern tip, giving the left side a clear view of the Chicago lakefront skyline, Grant Park, and the downtown loop before turning final. Notable sights include: Chicago downtown skyline and Loop, Lake Michigan southern shoreline, Grant Park and Museum Campus, Wrigley Field area in the North Side.
How long is the flight from Hewandorra to Chicago?
The flight from Hewanorra International (UVF) to Chicago Ohare International (ORD) takes Approximately 5 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours.
What does the Hewandorra to Chicago flight path pass over?
After departing St. Lucia, the route tracks northwest over the Caribbean Sea passing east of Hispaniola and Cuba, then crosses the Gulf of Mexico. The Yucatan Peninsula may be visible distantly to the west. The route then crosses the Gulf Coast near Louisiana or Mississippi, passes over the Mississippi River valley, and traverses the flat agricultural plains of Illinois before descending into Chicago. The Mississippi River and its wide floodplain are a notable landmark in the mid-flight segment.