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GRR → CLE
Which side of the plane to sit from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (Grand Rapids) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most scenic views of the Lake Erie shoreline and the iconic Cleveland skyline during the final descent into the airport.
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Grand Rapids Perimeter
Immediate views of the southern Grand Rapids suburbs and the airport's surrounding woodlands upon departure.
Michigan Agricultural Belt
The flight traverses the geometric patterns of Southern Michigan's extensive farmlands and small rural townships.
Lake Erie Shoreline
As the plane approaches Ohio, the vast expanse of Lake Erie becomes visible, stretching toward the horizon.
Cleveland Lakefront
Prime views of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, FirstEnergy Stadium, and the downtown skyscrapers during the final approach.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the lake. This side is essential for capturing the 'Emerald Necklace' of Cleveland's park system and the urban lakefront during the typical approach from the west.
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Lansing Distant View
On a clear day, look north to spot the distant development around Michigan's capital city.
Toledo Industrial Corridors
Views of the heavy rail and shipping infrastructure that defines the Maumee River basin near the Michigan-Ohio border.
Cuyahoga Valley
The lush green canopy of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park is often visible to the south during the landing pattern.
CLE Airport Grounds
Detailed views of the Cleveland Hopkins airfield and the NASA Glenn Research Center adjacent to the runways.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the western plains. It provides a better perspective of the sprawling suburban landscape of Northern Ohio and the industrial history of the region's rail hubs.
Book Hotels in ClevelandDistance: 344 km (214 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: GRR (42.88079834, -85.52279663)
Arrival: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Route Type: Domestic
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