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DTW → SAV
Which side of the plane to sit from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to Savannah Hilton Head International Airport (Savannah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Appalachian ridge lines mid-flight and the stunning coastal marshlands of the Lowcountry during the descent into Savannah.
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Lake Erie Shoreline
Catch a glimpse of the southern Great Lakes coastline shortly after departing Detroit.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Sweeping views of the undulating Appalachian ridges as you traverse the Virginia/North Carolina border.
Raleigh-Durham Area
Visuals of the Research Triangle park and the surrounding Piedmont urban sprawl.
South Carolina Lowcountry
The intricate, fractal-like patterns of tidal creeks and salt marshes near the coastline.
Savannah River
The winding river border between Georgia and South Carolina during the final approach.
Sit on the left side (Port) for the best light during morning flights as the sun rises over the Atlantic. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the transition from the forested Piedmont to the unique watery landscapes of the Savannah river delta. If the flight arrives from the north, this side offers the best angle for the coastal wetlands.
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Excellent views of the Renaissance Center and downtown Detroit on initial ascent depending on departure path.
Ohio River Valley
Views of the winding Ohio River as it cuts through the rolling hills of the Midwest.
Allegheny Plateau
Rugged, densely forested terrain of West Virginia and western Virginia.
Lake Murray
The large reservoir in South Carolina is often visible as a major landmark before the final descent.
Savannah City Grid
Aerial view of Savannah’s historic downtown squares and canopy-covered streets if landing from the west.
The right side (Starboard) is ideal for sunset views on late afternoon flights. It provides a better look at the inland Appalachian plateau and the suburban outskirts of Savannah. On clear days, you may see the distant silhouette of the Great Smoky Mountains to the far west during the mid-portion of the flight.
Book Hotels in SavannahDistance: 1,137 km (706 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Arrival: SAV (32.12760162, -81.20210266)
Route Type: Domestic
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