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CLT → MDT
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to Harrisburg International Airport (Harrisburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the rolling peaks of the Appalachian Mountains and the picturesque Shenandoah Valley throughout the flight's northern trajectory.
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Blue Ridge Mountains
Panoramic views of the ancient, undulating peaks of the Blue Ridge range extending through Virginia.
Shenandoah National Park
Look for the winding Skyline Drive and the dense forest canopy covering the mountain ridges.
Shenandoah Valley
The vast, fertile agricultural landscape stretching between the Blue Ridge and the Allegheny Mountains.
Roanoke Valley
The city of Roanoke and its iconic star on Mill Mountain may be visible nestled among the peaks.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. During autumn, this side provides spectacular views of the changing foliage across the Virginia and Pennsylvania highlands. Keep an eye out for the distinct 'ridge and valley' geological formations as you enter Pennsylvania.
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Charlotte Skyline
A stunning view of Uptown Charlotte's skyscrapers shortly after takeoff from CLT.
Lake Norman
The largest man-made lake in North Carolina, featuring hundreds of miles of jagged shoreline and docks.
Susquehanna River
A bird's-eye view of this wide, shallow river as it winds through the Pennsylvania landscape toward Harrisburg.
Gettysburg Region
The historic rolling hills and fields of southern Pennsylvania visible during the descent.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the 'golden hour' light reflecting off the Susquehanna River. On approach into MDT, this side often provides a clearer view of the Pennsylvania State Capitol dome in Harrisburg if the flight path tracks from the south.
Book Hotels in HarrisburgDistance: 664 km (413 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: MDT (40.1935005188, -76.7633972168)
Route Type: Domestic
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