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CLT → SRQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (Sarasota)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic scenery, particularly during the descent along the Florida Gulf Coast, providing clear views of Tampa Bay, the iconic Sunshine Skyway Bridge, and the white-sand barrier islands near Sarasota.
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Uptown Charlotte
Immediate views of the impressive Charlotte skyline shortly after takeoff if departing to the south.
The Gulf of Mexico
The deep blue horizon of the Gulf becomes visible as the aircraft maneuvers toward the coastline.
Tampa Bay & Skyway Bridge
On clear days, the architectural silhouette of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge is visible during the approach into Sarasota.
Barrier Islands
Stunning aerial perspectives of Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, and the famous turquoise waters of the Gulf coast.
Choose the right side for afternoon or sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Gulf of Mexico. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes of the flight, as the approach frequently hugs the coastline for spectacular beach views.
Book Hotels in SarasotaLake Marion and Lake Moultrie
Large reservoirs in South Carolina known for their unique shapes and surrounding wetlands.
St. Johns River
Views of the winding river near Jacksonville as the flight enters Northern Florida.
Central Florida Lakes
A mosaic of hundreds of small freshwater lakes and distant views of the Orlando-area theme park complexes.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the western sun. This side is better for observing the dense green swamplands of the Georgia-Florida border and the expansive pine forests of the interior south.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 883 km (549 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: SRQ (27.39539909362793, -82.55439758300781)
Route Type: Domestic
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