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ATL β GSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Greenville Spartanburg International Airport (Greenville)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views of the Atlanta skyline during departure and the scenic foothills of the Appalachian Mountains on approach to the Upstate.
Atlanta Skylines
Clear views of the Downtown, Midtown, and Buckhead skyscraper clusters shortly after takeoff from ATL.
Stone Mountain
A massive quartz monzonite dome that is one of the most recognizable geological features in Georgia.
Lake Lanier
A sprawling reservoir with a complex, jagged shoreline visible to the north of the flight path.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The rolling blue-tinted peaks of the southern Appalachian chain visible on the horizon.
Paris Mountain
A prominent monadnock located just north of Greenville that stands out during the final descent.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, perfectly illuminating the Atlanta skyline and the mountain ridges to the north.
Hartsfield-Jackson Complex
A bird's-eye view of the world's busiest airport, including its five parallel runways and massive terminal layout.
Athens & UGA
On clear days, the campus of the University of Georgia and Sanford Stadium can be spotted to the southeast.
Lake Hartwell
A vast, multi-fingered lake marking the border between Georgia and South Carolina.
BMW Manufacturing Plant
The enormous white-roofed automotive facility located immediately adjacent to GSP airport.
Spartanburg Industrial Hub
Views of the growing industrial and logistics corridor that defines the Spartanburg area during approach.
The right side is excellent for spotting major water features like Lake Hartwell. As you land at GSP, keep your eyes peeled for the BMW plantβit is one of the largest factories in the world and is unmistakable from the air.
Distance: 247 km (153 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: GSP (34.895698547399995, -82.2189025879)
Route Type: Domestic
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