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CLT → MYR
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to Myrtle Beach International Airport (Myrtle Beach)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Charlotte skyline upon departure and often grants a sweeping panorama of the Grand Strand coastline during the descent into Myrtle Beach.
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Uptown Charlotte
Clear views of the Bank of America Stadium and the city's skyscraper cluster shortly after takeoff.
Sandhills Region
Observation of the unique sandy soil and pine forests that characterize the transition to the coastal plain.
Little River Inlet
The point where the Intracoastal Waterway meets the Atlantic Ocean near the NC/SC border.
Grand Strand Vista
Extensive views of the continuous 60-mile stretch of beach as the plane aligns for landing.
Sit on the left for the best morning light as the sun remains to the east. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from CLT for the skyline. On the final descent into MYR, the left side typically faces the ocean if the aircraft follows the standard coastal approach pattern.
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Lake Wylie
Large, winding reservoir on the Catawba River south of Charlotte, visible during the initial climb.
Pee Dee Farmlands
A patchwork of agricultural fields and rural South Carolina landscapes during the cruise phase.
Waccamaw Wildlife Refuge
Expansive blackwater swamps and wetlands just west of the coastal strip.
Myrtle Beach SkyWheel
Spot the iconic Ferris wheel and oceanfront resorts during the final approach path.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the sky changing colors over the Carolina interior. This side offers better views of the inland river systems and the expansive Waccamaw swamps. If the airport is landing toward the North, you may get a close-up of the Myrtle Beach State Park.
Book Hotels in Myrtle BeachDistance: 251 km (156 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: MYR (33.6796989441, -78.9282989502)
Route Type: Domestic
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