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CHS → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Charleston Air Force Base-International Airport (Charleston) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Atlantic coastline during departure and a stunning perspective of Lake Erie and the Detroit skyline on approach.
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Charleston Harbor
Aerial perspective of the Ravenel Bridge and the historic battery as you climb out of CHS.
Ridge-and-Valley Province
Striking parallel mountain ridges of West Virginia, showcasing unique geological folding.
Lake Erie Shoreline
The western basin of the Great Lakes, featuring Cedar Point and various islands near Sandusky.
Detroit Riverfront
Direct views of the Renaissance Center and the Ambassador Bridge connecting the US and Canada.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to capture the 'Golden Hour' over Lake Erie. On the final descent into DTW, look for the massive Ford Rouge Complex and the distinct border between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario.
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Blue Ridge Mountains
Dense forest canopies and the hazy blue peaks of the southern Appalachian range.
Columbus Skyline
Clear views of the Ohio state capital's urban center during the northern transit.
Piedmont Plateau
Rolling hills and a patchwork of agricultural fields across North Carolina and Virginia.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid harsh direct sunlight. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain as you cross from the flat coastal plain into the Appalachian foothills about 20 minutes after takeoff.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,076 km (669 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: CHS (32.89860153, -80.04049683)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: Domestic
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