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AVL → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Asheville Regional Airport (Asheville) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side provides the most consistent scenic value, offering a bird's-eye view of the Blue Ridge Parkway immediately after departure and a panoramic perspective of the Lake Erie coastline and the Canadian border during descent.
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Blue Ridge Parkway
The winding 'America's Favorite Drive' is visible snaking through the dense forest canopy right after takeoff.
The Ohio River
A major geographic milestone marking the transition from the rolling hills of the South to the Midwestern plains.
Lake Erie Shoreline
Expansive views of the Great Lake’s central basin as the aircraft descends toward the Michigan border.
Windsor, Ontario
Excellent views of the Canadian shoreline and the international border bridge during the final approach.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for the best mountain photography, and watch for the distinct transition from the rugged Appalachian Plateau to the flat, grid-like farmlands of Ohio.
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Great Smoky Mountains
Distant views of the iconic blue-misted peaks to the west during the initial climb out of Asheville.
Cincinnati Metro
Often visible in the distance, showing the dense urban grid where the Ohio River bends.
Port of Toledo
Industrial landscapes and shipping docks visible at the western tip of Lake Erie.
Detroit Skyline
A striking view of the Renaissance Center and downtown core if the flight patterns approach from the south.
Choose the left side for morning departures to keep the sun behind the plane, which enhances the visibility of the Appalachian terrain. If landing on the 22 runways at DTW, the left side typically offers a more direct view of the city center.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 757 km (470 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: AVL (35.43619918823242, -82.54180145263672)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: Domestic
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