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ATL → SBN
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to South Bend Regional Airport (South Bend)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Appalachian foothills during the ascent and a primary vantage point for the University of Notre Dame campus during the final approach into South Bend.
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Stone Mountain
The world's largest exposed granite monolith located just east of the Atlanta metropolitan area.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The rolling green ridges of the southernmost Appalachian range visible during the first 30 minutes of flight.
Kentucky Horse Country
The rolling limestone hills and geometric patterns of world-class horse farms near Lexington.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
A distant but recognizable view of the famous 'Brickyard' oval when passing east of Indianapolis.
Notre Dame Campus
A clear view of the Golden Dome, Basilica, and Notre Dame Stadium during the descent into SBN.
The right side is essential for fans of Notre Dame; the campus is typically visible during the base or final leg of the landing pattern. Choose this side for morning flights to have the sun behind you for better photography of the Appalachian scenery.
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Atlanta Skyline
Aerial view of Downtown and Midtown Atlanta's skyscrapers immediately after departure from Hartsfield-Jackson.
Lookout Mountain
The prominent ridge extending from Chattanooga, Tennessee, visible shortly after crossing the Georgia border.
Ohio River Crossing
A wide view of the river as it snakes between Louisville, Kentucky, and southern Indiana.
Wabash River Valley
Expansive views of the fertile agricultural plains and winding river paths of central Indiana.
Sit on the left side during evening flights to witness the sunset over the midwestern horizon. This side also offers a better view of the downtown Atlanta skyline if the aircraft departs toward the west before turning north.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 913 km (567 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: SBN (41.70869827270508, -86.31729888916016)
Route Type: Domestic
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