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CVG → PGD
Which side of the plane to sit from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati) to Charlotte County Airport (Punta Gorda)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer scenic views of the American Southeast, the Right Side is superior due to the spectacular approach into Punta Gorda, which features the turquoise waters of Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf Coast islands.
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Atlanta Skyline
A clear view of the dense urban skyscrapers of downtown and midtown Atlanta.
Charlotte Harbor
Vibrant turquoise waters where the Peace and Myakka Rivers meet the Gulf of Mexico.
Gasparilla Island
The beautiful barrier islands and white sand beaches near the entrance to the harbor.
Florida Wetlands
Intricate patterns of mangroves and swampy estuaries as the plane descends into PGD.
Gulf Horizons
Expansive views of the Gulf of Mexico horizon during the final 20 minutes of flight.
The right side is essential for sunset flights, offering a golden hour view over the Gulf of Mexico. During the descent into PGD, the plane often banks right, providing a panoramic view of the coastal islands and harbor that you will miss on the left.
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Kentucky Bluegrass
Lush green rolling hills and world-famous horse farms just south of Cincinnati.
Blue Ridge Distances
Distances views of the hazy Appalachian peaks and Great Smoky Mountains to the east.
Lake Lanier
A massive, sprawling reservoir in Northern Georgia known for its jagged shoreline.
Ocala National Forest
A vast expanse of protected pine scrub and sand pine forest in North-Central Florida.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun and to catch the sunrise over the Appalachian foothills. This side provides a better perspective of the inland lakes and the dense forest canopy of the Florida interior.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,371 km (852 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Arrival: PGD (26.92020035, -81.99050140000001)
Route Type: Domestic
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