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CLE → ERI
Which side of the plane to sit from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland) to Erie International Tom Ridge Field (Erie)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a continuous, stunning view of the Lake Erie shoreline and the vast expanse of the Great Lake, culminating in a perfect view of the Presque Isle peninsula upon arrival.
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Lake Erie Expanse
Uninterrupted views of the shallowest Great Lake, showcasing its deep blue hues and occasional freight ships.
Mentor Lagoons
Scenic views of the nature preserve featuring lush marshlands and pristine sandy beaches along the coast.
Ashtabula Harbor
A historic port city view with visible lift bridges and large-scale industrial coal loading docks.
Presque Isle State Park
The dramatic, sandy peninsula that curves out into Lake Erie, marking the final approach into Erie.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping below the lake horizon. In winter, look for the unique shelf ice formations along the shoreline. This side provides the best perspective of the water-land transition throughout the brief flight.
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Cleveland Skyline
Excellent views of downtown Cleveland's architecture, including the Key Tower and Terminal Tower, shortly after takeoff.
Lake Erie Wine Country
Aerial views of the extensive Concord grape vineyards that define the agricultural landscape of Northeast Ohio and PA.
Geneva-on-the-Lake
A bird's-eye view of Ohio's first summer resort town with its vintage amusement structures and lakeside cottages.
Erie Urban Grid
A detailed look at the city of Erie's industrial corridors and urban layout as the plane descends toward the airport.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun reflecting off the lake. It offers a better sense of the region's topography, including the rolling hills of the Appalachian Plateau that begin just south of the coastline.
Book Hotels in ErieDistance: 158 km (98 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 16 min
Departure: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Arrival: ERI (42.0831270134, -80.1738667488)
Route Type: Domestic
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