Montreal to Chicago flight pathYULORD

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Flight time1h 50m
Distance746
Heading256° → 246°
Best side
LeftMostly left
★ 3.5 left·★ 2.5 right

While the Montreal departure offers a strong city view, the Chicago lakefront approach delivers a more dramatic and sustained skyline reveal over open water, plus the cruise phase crosses several of the Great Lakes, adding variety that favors the left side overall.

Takeoff · YULRIGHTMount Royal, St. Lawrence River, Montreal downtown skyline
Landing · ORDLEFTChicago skyline (Willis Tower, John Hancock), Lake Michigan shoreline

Flight Path

Flight path overview

Lake Ontario, Niagara region, Lake Erie shoreline, southern Ontario farmland

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Phase by phase

Aerial window seat view during takeoff from Montreal (right side) — Mount Royal, St. Lawrence River, Montreal downtown skyline, Jacques Cartier Bridge

Takeoff from YUL

RIGHT

Departing YUL on runway 24 heading southwest, the aircraft banks away from Montreal's downtown core, giving right-side passengers a clear view of Mount Royal, the St. Lawrence River, and the city skyline before the plane turns onto its southwesterly track.

Mount RoyalSt. Lawrence RiverMontreal downtown skylineJacques Cartier Bridge
Aerial window seat view during landing at Chicago (left side) — Chicago skyline (Willis Tower, John Hancock), Lake Michigan shoreline, Navy Pier, Chicago River mouth

Landing at ORD

LEFT

Arrivals into ORD from the east typically cross Lake Michigan before turning to land on the westward-facing runways, and passengers on the left side get a sweeping view of the Chicago skyline and lakefront during the descent and turn.

Chicago skyline (Willis TowerJohn Hancock)Lake Michigan shorelineNavy Pier

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Chicago Ohare International (ORD)?

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Chicago. While the Montreal departure offers a strong city view, the Chicago lakefront approach delivers a more dramatic and sustained skyline reveal over open water, plus the cruise phase crosses several of the Great Lakes, adding variety that favors the left side overall.

What can I see during takeoff from Montreal International Dorval in Montreal?

During takeoff from Montreal International Dorval (YUL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing YUL on runway 24 heading southwest, the aircraft banks away from Montreal's downtown core, giving right-side passengers a clear view of Mount Royal, the St. Lawrence River, and the city skyline before the plane turns onto its southwesterly track. Notable sights include: Mount Royal, St. Lawrence River, Montreal downtown skyline, Jacques Cartier Bridge.

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. Arrivals into ORD from the east typically cross Lake Michigan before turning to land on the westward-facing runways, and passengers on the left side get a sweeping view of the Chicago skyline and lakefront during the descent and turn. Notable sights include: Chicago skyline (Willis Tower, John Hancock), Lake Michigan shoreline, Navy Pier, Chicago River mouth.

How long is the flight from Montreal to Chicago?

The flight from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Chicago Ohare International (ORD) takes 1h 50m.

What does the Montreal to Chicago flight path pass over?

Lake Ontario, Niagara region, Lake Erie shoreline, southern Ontario farmland