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GSP → CLE
Which side of the plane to sit from Greenville Spartanburg International Airport (Greenville) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland)?
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.
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.
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.
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
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