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CLT → CMH
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (Columbus)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Appalachian range's heart and the distinct transition from the mountains to the Ohio plains.
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Blue Ridge Mountains
Iconic rolling peaks and blue-hued ridges visible shortly after departure from Charlotte.
New River Gorge
Look for the deep-cut river valleys and dense forest canopy of the Appalachian Plateau.
Ohio River
A major geographic landmark marking the transition from West Virginia into the Midwest region.
Ohio Heartland
Geometric patterns of agricultural fields as the plane descends into the Columbus area.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. This side is prime for spotting the winding New River and the rugged terrain of the Appalachian Plateau. Watch for the rapid change in elevation as the mountains flatten into the Ohio Valley.
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Lake Norman
The largest man-made body of water in North Carolina, visible almost immediately after takeoff.
Monongahela Forest
Vast stretches of dense greenery and high-altitude ridges spanning eastern West Virginia.
Columbus Skyline
Often visible during the final approach to CMH, especially when air traffic patterns favor a landing from the east.
Appalachian Ridges
Long, linear mountain patterns characteristic of the eastern side of the mountain range.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the horizon during descent. Immediately after takeoff from CLT, look down for Lake Norman. During winter months, the snow-covered ridges of West Virginia are particularly striking from this vantage point.
Book Hotels in ColumbusDistance: 559 km (347 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: CMH (39.998001, -82.891899)
Route Type: Domestic
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