Loading map...

GSP destination photo
CLE destination photo

GSPCLE

Our Recommendation
7.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point for the highest peaks of the Appalachian range shortly after takeoff and a picturesque view of the Cuyahoga Valley during the approach into Cleveland.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
🏔️

Mount Mitchell

The highest peak in the Eastern United States, standing prominently in the Black Mountains of North Carolina.

🌲

Monongahela National Forest

Vast stretches of wilderness and high-altitude spruce forests throughout the West Virginia highlands.

🪨

Seneca Rocks

Distinctive jagged Tuscarora quartzite crags that rise nearly 900 feet above the North Fork River.

🍃

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

A scenic green corridor featuring the winding Cuyahoga River just south of the Cleveland metropolitan area.

🌊

Lake Erie Shoreline

The vast horizon of the Great Lake becomes visible as the plane aligns for its final approach into CLE.

Sit on the right for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Appalachian peaks. During autumn, this side provides spectacular views of the changing foliage in the Cuyahoga Valley during landing.

Left Side Highlights
6.5
🌲

Blue Ridge Escarpment

The dramatic transition from the Piedmont plateau to the rugged Appalachian Mountains visible shortly after departure.

🌊

Kanawha River

The winding silver ribbon of the Kanawha River as it cuts through the West Virginia plateau near Charleston.

🌳

Wayne National Forest

Dense clusters of hardwoods covering the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio as the terrain flattens.

🏙️

Akron Skyline

The urban center of Akron and its surrounding lakes are often visible during the initial stages of the descent.

Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes into the flight to capture the deep river gorges of West Virginia.

Top Activities in Cleveland
Route Information

Distance: 725 km (450 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min

Departure: GSP (34.895698547399995, -82.2189025879)

Arrival: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)

Route Type: Domestic

Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.