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CID → PGD
Which side of the plane to sit from The Eastern Iowa Airport (Cedar Rapids) to Charlotte County Airport (Punta Gorda)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the initial Mississippi River crossing, the sprawling Atlanta skyline, and the scenic descent over the Florida Gulf Coast and Charlotte Harbor.
Mississippi River
Early in the flight, catch a massive crossing of the nation's largest river system near the Iowa-Illinois border.
Land Between the Lakes
A striking view of the long, narrow peninsula nestled between Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake.
Atlanta Skyline
The flight path often passes just west of Atlanta, offering a clear view of the Downtown and Midtown skyscrapers.
Gulf of Mexico Coastline
As you enter Florida, the turquoise waters of the Gulf and the barrier islands become visible during the descent.
Charlotte Harbor
A stunning final approach over the wide estuary where the Peace and Myakka rivers meet the Gulf.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight for panoramic views of the Florida coastline and the harbor approach into PGD.
Louisville Metro
View the dense urban center of Louisville and the surrounding Ohio River bends as you cross into Kentucky.
Appalachian Foothills
The rolling terrain of the Cumberland Plateau provides a textured landscape during the mid-portion of the flight.
Lake Lanier
Spot the expansive blue waters of North Georgia's primary reservoir before passing east of Atlanta.
Central Florida Lakes
As you descend, watch for the countless small, circular 'sinkhole' lakes characteristic of the Florida interior.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the western sun. This side is better for spotting the distant Appalachian ridge lines and the inland water systems of Georgia and North Florida.
Distance: 1,885 km (1,171 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min
Departure: CID (41.88470077514648, -91.71080017089844)
Arrival: PGD (26.92020035, -81.99050140000001)
Route Type: Domestic
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