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GSP β†’ PGD

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side is preferred for this north-to-south journey, offering a superior vantage point of the Gulf of Mexico coastline and the spectacular Charlotte Harbor estuary during the final descent into Punta Gorda.

Right Side Highlights
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Greenville Upstate

Panoramic views of the GSP airport complex and the rolling hills of the South Carolina Piedmont immediately after takeoff.

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Georgia Pine Forests

A vast green canopy of managed timberlands and agricultural grids stretching across the heart of rural Georgia.

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Peace River

The dark, meandering waters of the Peace River serve as a primary landmark as the aircraft approaches Punta Gorda.

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Charlotte Harbor

Stunning aerial views of the turquoise waters and sandbars where the Peace and Myakka Rivers meet the Gulf.

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Gulf of Mexico

The expansive blue horizon of the Gulf becomes visible as the plane maneuvers for its final approach into PGD.

This side is unbeatable for afternoon and sunset flights, providing a front-row seat to the sun dipping into the Gulf of Mexico. During the final approach, the aircraft often executes a turn over Charlotte Harbor, giving passengers on the right side a perfect view of the waterfront and Fisherman’s Village.

Left Side Highlights
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Savannah River

The winding river marking the border between South Carolina and Georgia is visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude.

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Jacksonville Skyline

Views of the metropolitan area and the numerous bridges crossing the wide St. Johns River in northeast Florida.

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Lake Okeechobee

On clear days, Florida's largest lake appears as a massive inland sea to the far southeast during the descent phase.

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Atlantic Horizon

The distant shimmer of the Atlantic coastline and the string of barrier islands along the Georgia and Florida coast.

Choose this side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. It is also the better side for viewing the sprawling urban development of Jacksonville and the upper St. Johns River. Keep an eye out for the intricate patterns of the coastal salt marshes as you cross into Georgia.

Top Activities in Punta Gorda
Route Information

Distance: 887 km (551 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min

Departure: GSP (34.895698547399995, -82.2189025879)

Arrival: PGD (26.92020035, -81.99050140000001)

Route Type: Domestic

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