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ATL → CHO
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (Charlottesville VA)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the Blue Ridge Mountains and the rolling Appalachian landscape for the majority of the trip.
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Lake Lanier
A massive reservoir with winding shorelines visible shortly after takeoff from Atlanta.
Tallulah Gorge
A deep canyon cut into the North Georgia mountains visible near the state border.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The defining feature of the horizon, offering layered peaks and valleys throughout the journey.
Pisgah National Forest
Expansive green forest coverage visible as the flight crosses into the North Carolina highlands.
Shenandoah National Park
Aerial views of the iconic ridge lines during the descent into central Virginia.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. In autumn, the mountain ridges offer spectacular fall foliage colors. Watch for the sharp contrast between the Piedmont and the mountains during the mid-flight segment.
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Stone Mountain
The world's largest piece of exposed granite, located just east of the Atlanta metropolitan area.
Charlotte Skyline
The distinctive skyscrapers of North Carolina's largest city often visible in the distance to the east.
Uwharrie National Forest
Ancient, low-lying mountain range in North Carolina that appears as dense clusters of green.
James River
A major Virginia waterway that snakes through the landscape south of Charlottesville.
University of Virginia
The historic campus and Jeffersonian architecture visible on the final approach into CHO.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to avoid glare. Keep your eyes peeled immediately after takeoff to spot the massive dome of Stone Mountain. During final descent, the right side often offers a great perspective of the local Virginia horse country.
Book Hotels in Charlottesville VADistance: 735 km (457 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: CHO (38.13859939575195, -78.4529037475586)
Route Type: Domestic
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