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CHO → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (Charlottesville VA) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular, continuous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the rolling Appalachian range for the majority of the flight.
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Blue Ridge Mountains
Stunning vistas of the forested ridge lines immediately after departure.
Pisgah National Forest
Expansive green canopies and rugged terrain as you pass over North Carolina.
Mount Mitchell
The highest peak in the Appalachian Mountains visible in the distance to the west.
Lake Jocassee
Crystal clear mountain waters nestled against the Blue Ridge Escarpment.
Buckhead & Midtown
The high-rise districts of North Atlanta during the final approach phase.
The right side provides the best mountain views throughout the trip. During the fall, this side is unbeatable for viewing the changing foliage. Aim for a late afternoon flight to see the sunset over the Appalachian ridges. If landing to the east, you may get a direct view of the downtown Atlanta skyline.
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Monticello
Thomas Jefferson's historic estate visible shortly after takeoff from CHO.
Charlotte Skyline
The dense skyscrapers of the 'Queen City' often visible on the horizon mid-flight.
Lake Norman
North Carolina's largest man-made body of water with intricate shorelines.
Lake Hartwell
A massive reservoir spanning the South Carolina and Georgia border.
Stone Mountain
The world's largest piece of exposed granite located just east of Atlanta.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sunrise reflecting off the numerous Piedmont reservoirs. Keep an eye out for the distinctive dome of Stone Mountain during the descent into ATL, which is a major landmark for pilots and passengers alike.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 735 km (457 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: CHO (38.13859939575195, -78.4529037475586)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: Domestic
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