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CLT → PBI
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to Palm Beach International Airport (West Palm Beach)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is the clear winner for this coastal route, offering an expansive view of the Atlantic coastline, historic Southern ports, and the iconic Kennedy Space Center launch pads.
Carolina & Georgia Coastline
Breathtaking views of the winding salt marshes and barrier islands near Charleston and Savannah.
St. Augustine
The historic Castillo de San Marcos and the oldest city in the US are often visible along the Florida coast.
Kennedy Space Center
A prime view of the massive VAB building and launch pads at Cape Canaveral about 30 minutes before landing.
Treasure Coast Beaches
Watch the transition from deep Atlantic blue to turquoise as you fly over Vero Beach and Jupiter.
Intracoastal Waterway
Clear views of the marinas and luxury waterfront estates lining the coast during the final descent.
Book a window on the left for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. This side provides the best angle for the Kennedy Space Center and the stunning reef colors of the Florida coast. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for coastal landmarks.
Lowcountry Forests
Dense pine forests and sprawling wetlands of the southern Piedmont and coastal plains.
Jacksonville & St. Johns River
Aerial perspective of the wide St. Johns River snaking through the urban center of Jacksonville.
Lake Okeechobee
Florida's largest freshwater lake is clearly visible as a massive circular expanse to the southwest on descent.
Everglades Fringe
The unique grid-like water conservation areas and sawgrass marshes of the northern Everglades.
Florida Sunset
On evening flights, the right side offers spectacular sunsets over the Florida peninsula.
The right side is ideal for evening departures to enjoy the sunset without glare. This side offers a better view of the Florida interior, including the vast Lake Okeechobee. During the final approach into PBI from the west, you will see the distinct urban-to-wildlife transition of the Everglades edge.
Distance: 952 km (592 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: PBI (26.68320083618164, -80.09559631347656)
Route Type: Domestic
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