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CLT → SBY
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to Salisbury Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport (Salisbury)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Richmond skyline, the wide expanse of the upper Chesapeake Bay, and the intricate river systems of the Maryland Eastern Shore.
Uptown Charlotte
A direct view of the Charlotte skyline and the Bank of America Stadium shortly after departure.
Richmond Skyline
Excellent views of the Virginia state capital and the historic James River as you head northeast.
Chesapeake Bay
A breathtaking crossing of the bay, revealing the vast scale of the estuary and its numerous small islands.
Annapolis View
On clear days, you can see far north toward the Maryland capital and the naval academy grounds.
Blackwater Wildlife
The winding marshlands and wetlands of the Nanticoke and Choptank rivers before descent.
Book a window seat on the left to avoid the harsh afternoon sun while traveling northeast. The highlight is the Chesapeake Bay crossing about 15-20 minutes before landing, where you can see the intricate transition from water to the Eastern Shore marshlands. Morning flights offer the crispest visibility for spotting the distant Blue Ridge Mountains to the west.
CLT Hub Operations
View of the expansive runway systems and concourses of one of the busiest hubs in the US.
Hampton Roads
Distant views to the south of the massive naval ports and the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay.
Chesapeake Bridge-Tunnel
On southern approach paths, the engineering marvel connecting the Delmarva Peninsula to Virginia is visible.
Pocomoke Forest
Deep green views of the dense pine forests that characterize the southern Maryland landscape.
Ocean City Coastline
Depending on the landing pattern, you may see the Atlantic Ocean and the white sands of Ocean City in the distance.
The right side is excellent for evening flights to catch the sunset over the mainland as you approach the peninsula. Keep an eye out for the Virginia coastline to the south during the mid-flight cruise. If the plane circles to the east for landing, you will get an excellent preview of the Delmarva landscape and its poultry farming heritage.
Distance: 596 km (370 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: SBY (38.34049987792969, -75.51029968261719)
Route Type: Domestic
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