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ATL → AEX
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Alexandria International Airport (Alexandria)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic landmarks of the Deep South, including the Atlanta skyline, the city of Jackson, and the majestic Mississippi River crossing at Vicksburg.
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Atlanta Skyline
Striking views of the Downtown and Midtown skylines as the flight turns west toward Alabama.
Talladega National Forest
The southern tip of the Appalachian foothills providing lush green terrain in eastern Alabama.
Jackson Skyline
Clear views of the Mississippi state capital, including the Capitol building and city center.
Mississippi River
A dramatic crossing of the nation's largest river near the historic Vicksburg bluffs.
Mississippi Delta
Geometric patterns of the fertile agricultural floodplains in eastern Louisiana.
This is the side for photographers. You will cross the Mississippi River approximately 15-20 minutes before landing in Alexandria; keep your eyes peeled for the wide river bends. Morning flights offer the best clarity for seeing the Atlanta skyline.
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Hartsfield-Jackson Overview
Excellent views of the sprawling terminal complex and runway systems upon departure.
West Point Lake
A sprawling reservoir on the Chattahoochee River straddling the GA-AL state line.
Montgomery Metro
The historic capital of Alabama and the Alabama River are visible to the south.
Kisatchie National Forest
Large tracts of pine and hardwood forests typical of the Central Louisiana landscape.
Choose this side if you want to see the complexity of the ATL airport layout. For the best lighting on the landscape, opt for a late afternoon flight when the sun is to the south and west.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 804 km (500 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: AEX (31.32740020751953, -92.54979705810548)
Route Type: Domestic
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