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AVL → PGD
Which side of the plane to sit from Asheville Regional Airport (Asheville) to Charlotte County Airport (Punta Gorda)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views, starting with the Great Smoky Mountains upon departure and concluding with a scenic approach over the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Charlotte Harbor.
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Great Smoky Mountains
Breathtaking views of the high peaks and rolling blue ridges immediately after takeoff from Asheville.
Lake Jocassee
Stunning deep-blue water nestled within the dramatic gorges of the Blue Ridge Escarpment.
Florida Nature Coast
The intricate, marshy coastline of the Gulf of Mexico near Cedar Key and Crystal River.
Tampa Bay
Aerial perspective of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the ships navigating the bay's deep-water channels.
Charlotte Harbor
The final approach provides a close-up look at the islands and sandbars of the harbor before landing.
The right side is the clear winner for scenic variety. Sit here for sunset views on evening flights as the sun dips into the Gulf. It provides the best perspective of the mountains during climb-out and the best water views during the descent into Punta Gorda. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the haze over the Gulf.
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Upstate South Carolina
Clear views of the Greenville-Spartanburg metropolitan area and the I-85 industrial corridor.
Okefenokee Swamp
The massive, dark-water wetlands stretching across the Georgia-Florida border.
Orlando Attractions
Distant glimpses of the iconic theme park towers and the sprawl of Central Florida's urban center.
Lake Apopka
One of Florida's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a massive blue expanse surrounded by citrus groves.
Sunrise Views
On early morning flights, the left side provides a spectacular view of the sun rising over the Atlantic horizon.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sunrise, though be prepared for some glare. This side is better for spotting the urban development of the Piedmont region and the inland lake systems of Central Florida. Keep an eye out for the vast pine plantations of southern Georgia.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 948 km (589 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: AVL (35.43619918823242, -82.54180145263672)
Arrival: PGD (26.92020035, -81.99050140000001)
Route Type: Domestic
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