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DUB → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Dublin Airport (Dublin) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior scenery on this westbound transatlantic route, featuring potential views of the Greenland ice cap, the rugged Canadian Maritimes, and the detailed coastline of the Eastern United States without the harsh glare of the southern sun.
Greenland Ice Sheet
On many northern tracks, you can see the massive white expanse of the Greenland ice cap and floating icebergs near Cape Farewell.
Newfoundland Coast
The first sight of North America is often the dramatic, rocky cliffs and deep fjords of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Bay of Fundy
View the distinct coastline of Nova Scotia and the bay known for having the highest tides in the world.
New England Coastline
Look for the hooked shape of Cape Cod and the metropolitan clusters of Boston and potentially New York City in the distance.
Appalachian Foothills
As the plane descends toward North Carolina, the rolling green terrain of the Piedmont and the Blue Ridge Mountains appears.
The right side is the 'cool side' on a westbound flight, offering indirect lighting that is perfect for photography. The highlight is the crossing into North American airspace; keep your eyes peeled about 5-6 hours into the flight for the best chance to see Greenland or the Canadian Maritimes. Choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion during these high-altitude scenic moments.
Dublin City & Bay
Excellent views of Dublin's south side, the River Liffey, and the Dublin Mountains immediately after departure.
North Atlantic Vastness
Expansive views of the deep blue ocean, where you can occasionally spot large cargo vessels or cruise ships.
The Outer Banks
Depending on the arrival vector into Charlotte, you may see the thin barrier islands of North Carolina's coast.
Charlotte Skyline
A clear view of the 'Uptown' skyscrapers during the final approach into CLT if landing from the north.
The left side faces south during the majority of this westbound journey, meaning you will likely deal with direct sunlight and heat for several hours. This is the 'sun side,' so keep your window shade down if you want to stay cool, but open it during the final 20 minutes for a potential look at the Charlotte skyline.
Distance: 5,973 km (3,711 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 2 min
Departure: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: International
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