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CSG → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Columbus Metropolitan Airport (Columbus) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the distinct geological transition from the coastal plain to the Piedmont, including the southernmost ridges of the Appalachians and a grand-scale view of the Atlanta metro area approach.
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Callaway Gardens
The iconic Robin Lake Beach and world-class golf courses appear as vibrant green and blue patches just north of Columbus.
Pine Mountain Ridge
A striking quartzite ridge that marks the southernmost Appalachian extension, standing out sharply from the surrounding flat terrain.
Atlanta Skyline
A majestic panorama of the Downtown, Midtown, and Buckhead skylines appearing as the aircraft begins its final descent into the city.
ATL Airfield Layout
A detailed overhead view of the five parallel runways and the massive passenger terminal complex during the final moments of flight.
The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun illuminates the Pine Mountain ridge. Keep your eyes peeled roughly 10 minutes after takeoff for the best views of the Atlanta skyline before the plane maneuvers into the landing pattern.
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West Point Lake
The sprawling reservoir on the Alabama-Georgia border is visible shortly after departure, featuring a complex, jagged shoreline.
FDR State Park
Aerial views of Georgia's largest state park, characterized by thick pine-oak forests and the scenic Liberty Bell Pool.
LaGrange Suburbs
Clear views of the industrial and residential grid of this historic West Georgia city during the climb to cruising altitude.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to witness the sunset reflecting off the Chattahoochee River basin. This side provides a better view of the rural landscape and large water bodies west of the flight path.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 133 km (83 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 13 min
Departure: CSG (32.516300201416016, -84.93890380859375)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: Domestic
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