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AEX → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Alexandria International Airport (Alexandria) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Right Side of the Plane
Provides the most iconic geographic landmarks, including the historic Mississippi River crossing at Vicksburg and a clear view of the Jackson, MS skyline.
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Vicksburg Bridges
The historic crossing where the I-20 and rail bridges span the mighty Mississippi River.
Jackson Skyline
The Mississippi state capital featuring the gold-domed capitol building.
Bienville Forest
Extensive timberlands and rolling hills of central Mississippi.
Lake Martin
A sprawling reservoir with clear blue water and numerous forested islands.
ATL Infrastructure
A bird's-eye view of the world's busiest airport layout during final approach.
Atlanta Cityscape
Distant views of the Buckhead, Midtown, and Downtown skylines when landing from the west.
The right side is superior for history buffs; the Vicksburg crossing is the visual highlight of the trip. Afternoon flights offer a stunning golden hour glow over the Mississippi Delta, though you may need to lower your shade briefly due to direct glare.
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Kisatchie Forest
Vast pine forests of North Louisiana visible shortly after takeoff.
Monroe & Ouachita
The winding Ouachita River and the regional Monroe urban center.
The Delta Grid
The uniquely patterned agricultural fields of the fertile Mississippi Delta.
Tuscaloosa
Aerial views of the University of Alabama and Bryant-Denny Stadium.
Birmingham
The dense skyline of the Magic City and the Vulcan Park monument.
Appalachian Foothills
The rolling green beginning of the mountain range near the Georgia border.
Select the left side for morning departures to avoid the southern sun. You will get a better view of the Birmingham industrial corridor and the massive football stadium in Tuscaloosa. Best lighting occurs mid-day for the urban features.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 804 km (500 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: AEX (31.32740020751953, -92.54979705810548)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: Domestic
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