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ATL → SEA
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Seattle)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the volcanic peaks of the Pacific Northwest, specifically a close-up encounter with Mount Rainier during the descent into Seattle.
Mississippi River
Cross the winding arterial waterway of the United States as you transition from the Southeast to the Midwest.
The Southern Rockies
Witness the transition from the high plains of Wyoming into the jagged peaks of the Rocky Mountain range.
Mount Rainier
The crown jewel of the flight; this massive stratovolcano often appears just outside the window during the descent.
Mount St. Helens
Visible to the south, look for the distinct horseshoe-shaped crater left by the 1980 eruption.
Olympic Mountains
In the distance across the Puget Sound, the snow-capped peaks of Olympic National Park are often visible.
Book a window seat on the left side (Seat A) to maximize your chances of seeing Mount Rainier. On clear days, the mountain looks close enough to touch. For the best lighting on the terrain, choose a morning flight when the sun is behind the aircraft, illuminating the mountains ahead.
Great Plains Patterns
Observe the intricate geometric patterns of center-pivot irrigation circles across Nebraska and Kansas.
Grand Teton Range
Depending on the specific flight corridor, the sharp spires of the Tetons may be visible to the north in Wyoming.
North Cascades
A sea of rugged, glaciated peaks stretching toward the Canadian border as you enter Washington state.
Seattle Skyline
On a 'North Flow' landing pattern, the plane may bank over the city, offering views of the Space Needle and downtown.
Lake Washington
Look for the floating bridges crossing the deep blue waters of Lake Washington just before touchdown.
Select the right side (Seat F) if you prefer seeing the expansive North Cascades or hope for a view of the Seattle city center during a loop-around landing. If flying in winter, the snow coverage on the northern ranges provides a stunning high-contrast landscape.
Distance: 3,505 km (2,178 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 7 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)
Route Type: Domestic
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