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CVG → PIT
Which side of the plane to sit from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati) to Pittsburgh International Airport (Pittsburgh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the best opportunities to see the skylines of both Cincinnati and Pittsburgh, alongside the scenic winding path of the Ohio River and the rolling foothills of the Appalachian Mountains.
Downtown Cincinnati
Spectacular views of the 'Queen City' skyline, including the Great American Tower and the iconic Roebling Suspension Bridge.
Stadium Row
Bird's-eye view of Paycor Stadium and Great American Ball Park situated along the northern bank of the Ohio River.
Ohio River Meanders
Follow the silver ribbon of the Ohio River as it winds through steep, wooded valleys along the border of Ohio and West Virginia.
Appalachian Foothills
The terrain becomes notably more rugged and hilly as you cross into the edge of the Appalachian plateau.
Steubenville Industrial Corridor
View the historic steel mills and industrial infrastructure that defined the region's economic history.
Pittsburgh Golden Triangle
On the approach from the west, look for the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers forming the Ohio River at Point State Park.
The right side is the clear winner for landmark spotting. For the best view of the Pittsburgh skyline (The Point), pray for an approach into Runway 28L or 28R. Morning flights offer the best lighting for photography of the Ohio River valley.
Southwest Ohio Farmland
Expansive views of the structured agricultural grids and forested patches characterizing the Ohio landscape.
Kings Island
Depending on the departure path, the Eiffel Tower replica and rollercoasters of this major theme park are often visible to the north.
Pittsburgh Northern Suburbs
As the plane descends, view the sprawling residential communities of Cranberry and Moon Township.
PIT Terminal Layout
A clear view of the unique X-shaped terminal design of Pittsburgh International Airport during the final taxi.
Choose the left side for evening flights to avoid direct sun glare, as the route travels eastward. This side is also better for spotting the suburban expansion of northern Cincinnati if the flight path takes a slightly more northerly heading.
Distance: 412 km (256 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 41 min
Departure: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Arrival: PIT (40.49150085, -80.23290253)
Route Type: Domestic
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