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ATL → PIB
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport (Hattiesburg/Laurel)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views, including the Atlanta skyline during departure and the historic city of Montgomery during the mid-flight cruise.
Atlanta Skyline
A sprawling view of the downtown and midtown business districts shortly after departure from ATL.
West Point Lake
A large, jagged reservoir on the Chattahoochee River marking the Georgia-Alabama border.
Auburn University
Spot the distinct stadium and campus of the Tigers in the plains of eastern Alabama.
Montgomery
The state capital of Alabama, featuring the historic capitol dome and the Alabama River's loop.
Mississippi Piney Woods
A vast, lush landscape of southern yellow pines stretching toward the horizon.
Opt for the left side to see the sunset on evening flights. Most departures from ATL head west, putting the city directly out the left window. Keep an eye out about 20 minutes into the flight for the sports complexes of Auburn.
Talladega Foothills
The southern reaches of the Appalachian Mountains visible as rolling green hills to the north.
Alabama River
Deeply winding river paths and dramatic oxbow lakes characterize the central Alabama landscape.
Meridian Hub
A historic railroad city in Mississippi featuring a dense network of intersecting tracks.
Bienville National Forest
A massive protected area of dense mixed forest providing a deep green canopy view.
Okatibbee Lake
A prominent reservoir north of Meridian that serves as a key landmark before the descent into PIB.
The right side is best for avoiding direct sun glare on afternoon flights. Watch for the dramatic bends of the Alabama River which look spectacular during the golden hour. This side also offers a better view of the smaller Mississippi towns during the final approach.
Distance: 519 km (322 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 52 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: PIB (31.467100143432617, -89.33709716796875)
Route Type: Domestic
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