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ATL → COS
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (Colorado Springs)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular panoramic approach to the Rocky Mountain Front Range, featuring a clear view of Pikes Peak and the winding Ozark Plateau earlier in the flight.
Ozark Plateau
Rolling forested hills and the intricate lake systems of southern Missouri and northern Arkansas provide scenic variety.
Kansas Wind Farms
Hundreds of wind turbines grouped in massive clusters are visible across the flat plains of western Kansas.
Pikes Peak
The 14,115-foot 'America's Mountain' dominates the horizon as the primary landmark during the final descent into Colorado Springs.
Garden of the Gods
Bright red sandstone rock formations are often visible jutting out from the foothills just west of the city center.
Front Range Vistas
A continuous view of the Rocky Mountain range extending north toward Denver as the plane approaches the high desert terrain.
The right side is essential for the best mountain views. Opt for a morning flight to ensure the sun is behind the aircraft, perfectly illuminating the snow-capped peaks of the Front Range and Pikes Peak without glare.
Atlanta Suburbs
Expansive views of the lush tree canopy and northern residential corridors of the Atlanta metropolitan area during initial climb.
Mississippi River
A distinct crossing of the massive waterway near the Tennessee-Arkansas border, often showing heavy barge traffic.
High Plains Geometry
Vast stretches of center-pivot irrigation circles create a striking green and tan quilt pattern across the Kansas landscape.
Spanish Peaks
On clear days, these iconic twin volcanic peaks are visible on the far southern horizon as you enter Colorado airspace.
Choose the left side for southern exposure and to avoid the direct afternoon sun when flying west. It is the better choice for viewing the Arkansas River Valley and the distant Sangre de Cristo mountain range in southern Colorado.
Distance: 1,903 km (1,182 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 32 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: COS (38.805801, -104.700996)
Route Type: Domestic
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