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ATL → ABE
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Lehigh Valley International Airport (Allentown)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior, consistent views of the Appalachian and Blue Ridge Mountain ranges throughout the flight, providing more dramatic topographical relief compared to the coastal plains on the right.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Stunning views of the iconic blue-misted ridges as the flight traverses the Carolinas and Virginia.
Shenandoah National Park
Aerial perspective of the lush forest canopy and the winding Skyline Drive along the mountain crests.
Roanoke Valley
The 'Star City' of Virginia is often clearly visible nestled between the surrounding mountain peaks.
Lehigh River Gorge
As the plane descends into ABE, look for the deep river cuts and the start of the Pocono foothills.
For the most dramatic photography, choose a window seat on this side during mid-day flights to avoid direct sun glare while capturing the deep shadows of the Appalachian ridges. During autumn, this side provides spectacular views of the changing foliage across the Virginia highlands.
Washington D.C. Metro
Depending on the specific airway, the monuments and the Potomac River may be visible in the distance.
Chesapeake Bay
The shimmering waters of the mid-Atlantic coast can often be seen on the eastern horizon.
Philadelphia Skyline
The skyscrapers of Center City are frequently visible to the southeast during the final approach into Allentown.
PA Dutch Country
Observe the neat, geometric patterns of the famous agricultural landscapes in southeastern Pennsylvania.
Be aware that morning flights heading northeast will face direct sun on this side, making photography difficult due to glare. This side is better for evening arrivals as the setting sun illuminates the urban centers of the East Coast to the west.
Distance: 1,114 km (692 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: ABE (40.652099609375, -75.44080352783203)
Route Type: Domestic
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