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CLE → RIC
Which side of the plane to sit from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland) to Richmond International Airport (Richmond)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Appalachian Mountain ridges and the dense forest terrain of West Virginia, coupled with better lighting for morning flights.
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Cuyahoga Valley
Aerial views of the lush, forested ravines of Cuyahoga Valley National Park shortly after takeoff.
Appalachian Ridges
Spectacular views of the linear, corrugated ridge-and-valley formations typical of West Virginia.
Monongahela Forest
Deep, rugged wilderness and high-altitude plateaus of the Allegheny Mountains.
James River
The winding James River serves as a landmark as the aircraft aligns for the final approach into Richmond.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. It offers the most consistent views of the high-altitude mountain wilderness. During autumn, this side provides exceptional views of the changing foliage over the Alleghenies.
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Industrial vistas and the expansive blue of Lake Erie immediately after departure from Cleveland.
Greater Pittsburgh
Distances views of the Three Rivers confluence and the urban sprawl of Western Pennsylvania.
Shenandoah Valley
Picturesque patchwork quilts of farmland and rural communities nestled between mountain ranges.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The sharp eastern edge of the Appalachians as the flight begins its descent into the Virginia Piedmont.
Choose the left side for morning departures if you want to see the sunrise over the mountains, though glare can be intense. Look for the winding Shenandoah River approximately 20-30 minutes before arrival.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 583 km (362 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 58 min
Departure: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Arrival: RIC (37.50519943237305, -77.3197021484375)
Route Type: Domestic
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