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GSP → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Greenville Spartanburg International Airport (Greenville) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this short hop because it offers better views of the urban landscape, Lake Wylie, and the iconic Charlotte skyline during the final approach.
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Spartanburg Cityscape
Clear views of the 'Hub City' and its industrial corridors shortly after takeoff.
Lake Wylie
The massive, winding shores of Lake Wylie marking the border of North and South Carolina.
Carowinds
The recognizable roller coasters of the famous amusement park sitting on the state line.
Uptown Charlotte
Dramatic views of the Bank of America Stadium and the skyscraper-filled skyline on approach.
Choose the right side for the best chance to see the Charlotte skyline. Because CLT often uses north-south runways, if you land to the north (Runway 36), you will pass directly over Lake Wylie and Carowinds at a very low altitude.
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Blue Ridge Horizon
Distant views of the Appalachian mountain range silhouettes to the northwest.
Lake Blalock
A scenic reservoir located just north of Spartanburg shortly after departure.
South Mountain State Park
Dense forest canopy and rugged terrain visible as the plane enters North Carolina.
Piedmont Golf Courses
Numerous emerald green fairways dotting the landscape between the two cities.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side offers a more pastoral view of the Carolina foothills. Watch for the 'Crowders Mountain' peak near Gastonia as a landmark for the halfway point.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 121 km (75 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 12 min
Departure: GSP (34.895698547399995, -82.2189025879)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: Domestic
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