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CLT → IND
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to Indianapolis International Airport (Indianapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers the most consistent views, starting with a potential vista of the Charlotte skyline upon takeoff, followed by clear sightlines of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Ohio River crossing near the Cincinnati area.
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Uptown Charlotte
Excellent views of the Charlotte banking district skyscrapers immediately after departure from CLT.
Blue Ridge Parkway
Bird's-eye view of the winding scenic highway as it traverses the ridges of North Carolina.
Ohio River
A major geographic landmark marking the border between the Southern and Midwestern United States.
Cincinnati Metro
The cityscape and riverfront stadiums are often visible to the north during the descent into Indiana.
Indiana Farmland
The landscape transforms into the precise geometric patterns of the American Midwest before landing.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. To get the best view of the Ohio River crossing, look out approximately 20 minutes before landing. Seats forward of the wing are recommended to avoid engine heat haze obscuring the mountain vistas.
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Pisgah National Forest
Observe the vast expanse of the Appalachian canopy shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Great Smoky Mountains
Distant views of the highest peaks in the eastern United States visible on the western horizon.
Kentucky Bluegrass Region
Watch the terrain flatten into the rolling hills and famous horse pastures of central Kentucky.
Choose the left side for sunset views on late-afternoon flights as you head northwest. Visibility is best during autumn when the foliage in the Appalachian forests turns vibrant colors. Look for the distinct ridge lines of the Tennessee-North Carolina border.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 688 km (428 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: IND (39.7173, -86.294403)
Route Type: Domestic
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