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ATL → CHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Lovell Field (Chattanooga)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic approach into Chattanooga, featuring the iconic Lookout Mountain ridge and the historic Civil War battlefields that define the region's geography.
Downtown Atlanta
Aerial views of Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the dense skyscraper cluster immediately after takeoff from ATL.
Kennesaw Mountain
A prominent peak and historic battlefield site rising sharply from the surrounding suburban landscape.
Lookout Mountain
The long, narrow ridge that marks the entrance to Chattanooga and the Tennessee River valley.
Chickamauga Battlefield
A sprawling forested area known as one of the most significant preserved Civil War sites in the country.
Tennessee River Bend
The dramatic 'Moccasin Bend' of the river as the aircraft aligns for its final approach into CHA.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. This side is prime for seeing the Atlanta skyline during departure and the spectacular ridge of Lookout Mountain on the descent. Since the flight is exceptionally short, keep your window shade up from the moment of pushback.
Buckhead Skyline
Views of Atlanta's upscale uptown district and the sprawling 'City in a Forest' canopy.
Lake Allatoona
A massive, winding reservoir in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Etowah Indian Mounds
A prehistoric Native American archaeological site visible as distinct earthen mounds near Cartersville.
Chickamauga Lake
The wide, dammed portion of the Tennessee River north of the city, popular for boating and recreation.
Harrison Bay
The intricate shoreline and inlets of the Tennessee River valley as you cross into Tennessee.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or sunset flights as the sun sets behind the aircraft's path. Keep an eye out for Stone Mountain in the far distance during departure. In the fall, this side offers excellent views of the changing foliage across the Etowah River basin and the Appalachian foothills.
Distance: 171 km (106 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 17 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: CHA (35.03530120849609, -85.20379638671875)
Route Type: Domestic
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