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CLT → STL
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to St Louis Lambert International Airport (St. Louis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most comprehensive views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the spectacular confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers upon arrival in St. Louis.
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Lake Norman
North Carolina's largest man-made lake featuring an intricate shoreline of coves and inlets.
Blue Ridge Escarpment
The dramatic rise of the Appalachian mountains as the terrain shifts from Piedmont to high ridges.
Daniel Boone National Forest
Vast stretches of dense Kentucky woodland and rugged sandstone cliffs visible from cruising altitude.
Land Between the Lakes
The massive scale of Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley forming a unique inland peninsula.
The Great Confluence
The impressive meeting point where the Missouri River flows into the Mississippi River north of the city.
The right side is superior for mountain enthusiasts as it looks directly toward the heart of the Blue Ridge. Keep your eyes peeled roughly 15 minutes before landing to see the distinct color difference where the Missouri and Mississippi rivers merge.
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Uptown Charlotte
A striking view of the Charlotte skyline and Bank of America Stadium immediately after departure.
Great Smoky Mountains
Distant vistas of the highest peaks in the Appalachian range visible to the southwest.
Tennessee River
The sinuous curves of the river as it winds through the valley towards the Midwest.
The Gateway Arch
The iconic stainless steel monument is often visible on the left during southern approach patterns to STL.
Choose the left side for the best chance to see the Gateway Arch and the St. Louis downtown core during landing. For morning flights, this side will be shaded, providing better conditions for photography without glare.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 924 km (574 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: STL (38.748697, -90.370003)
Route Type: Domestic
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