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CLT → CHS
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to Charleston Air Force Base-International Airport (Charleston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides superior views of the vast Santee Cooper reservoir system and the historic Cooper River basin during the final approach into Charleston.
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Lake Wylie
Visible immediately after takeoff from CLT, this massive reservoir straddles the NC/SC border.
Santee Cooper Lakes
Stunning views of Lake Marion and Lake Moultrie, two of the largest freshwater bodies in the state.
Francis Marion National Forest
A dense expanse of coastal pine forest appearing just north of the Charleston metro area.
Cooper River & Ravenel Bridge
On approach to Runway 15, you can often spot the iconic cable-stayed bridge and the Charleston harbor.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is optimal for seeing the expansive lake systems halfway through the 35-45 minute flight. Keep your camera ready as the plane crosses the tail end of Lake Marion.
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Catawba River
Follows the flight path early on, carving through the Piedmont region of South Carolina.
Congaree National Park Area
View the lush wetlands and floodplains south of Columbia from a distance during the cruise phase.
North Charleston Skyline
A clear view of the industrial and residential outskirts of Charleston during the final descent.
Boeing South Carolina
Look for the massive 787 Dreamliner final assembly plant located right next to the CHS runways.
The right side is best for afternoon or sunset flights to catch the golden hour light over the Lowcountry. If the flight lands from the south, you will get an excellent view of the Boeing assembly plant and the flight line during taxiing.
Book Hotels in CharlestonDistance: 271 km (168 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 27 min
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: CHS (32.89860153, -80.04049683)
Route Type: Domestic
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