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ATL → SAV
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Savannah Hilton Head International Airport (Savannah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally superior as it offers a strategic vantage point for the Savannah River delta, the intricate coastal marshlands, and the historic grid of downtown Savannah during the descent.
Atlanta Skyline
A sweeping view of the Downtown, Midtown, and Buckhead skylines shortly after takeoff from Hartsfield-Jackson.
Oconee National Forest
Vast stretches of dense pine and hardwood forests covering the rolling hills of central Georgia.
Ocmulgee River
A winding waterway that cuts through the Georgia Piedmont, often visible as a silver ribbon amidst the trees.
Coastal Marshlands
The complex, golden-green tidal marshes and labyrinthine salt creeks that define the Georgia coastline.
Historic Savannah
The iconic 22 squares and historic district are often visible during the final banking maneuvers into SAV.
Sit behind the wing for the most unobstructed view of the ground. On afternoon flights, the sun is positioned to the west (right side), providing excellent lighting and minimal glare for photos of the coastal wetlands on the left. Look for the distinct 'checkerboard' pattern of Savannah's historic squares just minutes before landing.
ATL Airport Operations
A bird's-eye view of the massive terminal complex and runway systems of the world's busiest airport.
Georgia Farmland
Neat geometric patterns of pecan orchards and cotton fields throughout middle Georgia.
Port of Savannah
One of the largest container ports in the U.S., featuring massive cranes and giant cargo ships docked along the river.
Altamaha River Delta
Visible to the southeast, this is one of the largest undisturbed river deltas on the Atlantic coast.
Morning flights are best for this side to avoid the harsh afternoon sun. The right side is excellent for viewing the massive industrial scale of the Garden City Terminal. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes of flight to capture the contrast between the rural landscape and the bustling shipping port.
Distance: 345 km (214 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: SAV (32.12760162, -81.20210266)
Route Type: Domestic
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