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ABQ → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Albuquerque International Sunport (Albuquerque) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Sandia Mountains immediately after takeoff and better visibility of the Ozark transition and the Atlanta skyline on final approach.
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Sandia Mountains
Rising sharply to over 10,000 feet, these peaks provide a stunning desert backdrop just minutes after leaving Albuquerque.
High Plains
The rugged transition from New Mexico's mesas into the flat, expansive ranch lands of the Texas Panhandle.
Ozark Plateau
Observe the landscape change from brown plains to the rolling green hills and dense forests of northern Arkansas.
Mississippi River
A major highlight near the Memphis area, featuring wide bends, barge traffic, and intricate oxbow lakes.
Atlanta Skyline
Depending on the landing pattern, the left side often gets a direct view of the Buckhead and Midtown skyscrapers.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. The most dramatic scenery occurs in the first 15 minutes (Sandias) and the final 20 minutes (Appalachian foothills and city). Look for the 'Big Muddy' roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes into the flight.
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Llano Estacado
A vast, high-altitude plateau in West Texas known for its distinct, sharp escarpments and canyon systems.
Arkansas River Valley
Views of the meandering river winding through central Arkansas and near the capital of Little Rock.
Talladega National Forest
A sea of deep green timberland stretching across eastern Alabama as you enter Georgia airspace.
Gulf Air Mass
Spectacular cloud formations and thunderstorms are common here, especially during summer afternoons.
Hartsfield-Jackson Infrastructure
Excellent views of the world's busiest airport layout, including its five parallel runways, during the descent.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to catch golden hour light over the Alabama forests, though glare can be intense. Watch for the 'Caprock' escarpment early in the flight as you cross from New Mexico into Texas.
Book Hotels in AtlantaDistance: 2,038 km (1,266 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 43 min
Departure: ABQ (35.040199, -106.609001)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: Domestic
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