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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Grand Cayman North Sound upon departure and a spectacular perspective of the Florida Everglades and the Charlotte skyline during approach.

Right Side Highlights
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The North Sound

A stunning view of the vast shallow lagoon and the famous sandbars of Stingray City immediately after departure.

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The Everglades

The intricate patterns of the 'River of Grass,' featuring winding water channels and sawgrass marshes in South Florida.

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Lake Okeechobee

A clear view of Florida's largest freshwater lake, appearing as a massive inland sea from 30,000 feet.

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Uptown Charlotte

The impressive skyline of North Carolina's banking hub often appears during the final descent into CLT.

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Lake Wylie

The sprawling fingers of this reservoir are highly visible just before the wheels touch down on the runway.

Sit on the right for morning flights to avoid direct glare. This side is particularly rewarding during the descent into Charlotte, as most flight paths bank to reveal the city center to the east.

Left Side Highlights
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Seven Mile Beach

Aerial views of the iconic crescent-shaped shoreline and turquoise waters of Grand Cayman shortly after takeoff.

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Western Cuba

The lush, tropical landscapes and karst mountains of the Pinar del Río region as you transit Cuban airspace.

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Florida Gulf Coast

Glimpses of the white sand beaches of Sarasota and the massive Sunshine Skyway Bridge over Tampa Bay.

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Southern Pine Forests

Dense green canopies of the Georgia and South Carolina timberlands during the mid-flight cruise.

Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes after takeoff for the best shots of the Cayman reef systems.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,771 km (1,100 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min

Departure: GCM (19.2928009033, -81.3576965332)

Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)

Route Type: International

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