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CZM → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Cozumel International Airport (Cozumel) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unbeatable view of Cozumel's vibrant coral reefs upon departure and a scenic perspective of the Florida coastline and the South Carolina Lowcountry during the journey north.
Mesoamerican Reef
Stunning aerial views of the world's second-largest coral reef system surrounding the island of Cozumel during climb-out.
Florida Suncoast
Occasional sightings of the white sand beaches and barrier islands near the Tampa Bay and Clearwater areas.
Lowcountry Waterways
A complex network of marshes, rivers, and inland lakes like Lake Marion as you fly over South Carolina.
Charlotte Skyline
As the plane turns for its final approach into CLT, the 'Queen City' skyscrapers are often visible in the distance.
The right side is superior for the initial departure from Cozumel. To avoid the glare of the midday sun, mid-morning flights are ideal for this side. Keep an eye out for the distinct 'checkered' agricultural patterns typical of the Georgia and South Carolina landscape during the final hour of flight.
Riviera Maya Coastline
Distant views of the popular tourist corridor stretching between Playa del Carmen and Cancun shortly after takeoff.
Gulf of Mexico
A vast expanse of deep blue water as the plane transits from the Caribbean toward the United States mainland.
Mobile Bay Area
Often visible as the flight path crosses into the US near the Alabama and Mississippi state lines.
Appalachian Foothills
The gradual transition from the coastal plains to the rolling green terrain of the Piedmont region in the Carolinas.
Choose a seat behind the wing to capture the transition from Caribbean turquoise to deep ocean blue. If flying in the late afternoon, this side will experience the setting sun, which can offer beautiful golden hour lighting but may require closing the window shade for glare.
Distance: 1,735 km (1,078 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: CZM (20.52239990234375, -86.92559814453125)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: International
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