Seeing Cincinnati from a plane
Built on hills along the Ohio River, with Kentucky on the far bank. The 1866 Roebling Suspension Bridge was a test run for the Brooklyn Bridge; look for its blue cables crossing to Covington.
3 of our routes pass it. Ohio · rated 3 of 10
The easy pick
Charlotte to Chicago: sit on the right, 46 min after takeoff.
Which side, by route
| Route | Side | When |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte to Chicago | Right the other side is usually better on this route | 46 min after takeoff |
| Orlando to Chicago | Right the other side is usually better on this route | 99 min after takeoff |
| Raleigh/Durham to Chicago | Right the other side is usually better on this route | 58 min after takeoff |
From the real paths of every nonstop on these routes in the last 10 days, at the usual time of day.
Questions
Which side of the plane do you see Cincinnati from?
It depends on the direction: the right on most of our routes (3 of 3). The table lists each route's side.
When can you see Cincinnati from a plane?
Mid-flight: see the table for when on each route.
Can you see Cincinnati at night?
Yes, by its lights. The app scores lit places at night by how bright they are.
Do clouds matter?
Yes. These answers assume a clear day. Within 3 days of your flight, pick your exact flight in the app for the cloud forecast.
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