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ATL → AVL
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Asheville Regional Airport (Asheville)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Appalachian ascent, offering clear views of the Chattahoochee National Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains on the western horizon during the approach.
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Atlanta Skyline
Excellent views of Midtown and the Buckhead financial district shortly after departing ATL northward.
Lake Lanier
A massive reservoir in North Georgia that dominates the landscape as the aircraft reaches cruising altitude.
Chattahoochee National Forest
A vast expanse of dense green canopy transitioning from rolling hills into the rising Blue Ridge foothills.
Great Smoky Mountains
On clear days, the high ridges of the Smokies are visible in the distance to the northwest during descent.
Hendersonville Plateau
A scenic view of the mountain plateau and apple orchards just south of Asheville during the final approach.
Book an 'A' seat for the best mountain panoramas. For evening flights, this side catches the golden hour light and sunset over the distant Smokies. Fall travelers should look for the vibrant red and orange canopy across the ridges in late October.
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Stone Mountain
The enormous granite monadnock is frequently visible to the east shortly after takeoff from Atlanta.
Northeast Suburbs
A detailed look at the sprawling residential and commercial development of the Gwinnett County area.
Blue Ridge Escarpment
The sharp geographic transition where the Piedmont plateau rises abruptly into the North Carolina mountains.
French Broad River
One of the world's oldest rivers, seen winding through the mountain valley floor during the final landing sequence.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct solar glare. Keep a close eye out for Stone Mountain within the first 10 minutes of flight. During the final descent, this side offers the best view of the French Broad River valley.
Book Hotels in AshevilleDistance: 264 km (164 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: AVL (35.43619918823242, -82.54180145263672)
Route Type: Domestic
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