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IND → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Indianapolis International Airport (Indianapolis) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior perspective of the rugged Great Smoky Mountains and the scenic approach over Lake Norman into the Charlotte area.
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Daniel Boone National Forest
View the deep sandstone cliffs and heavily forested ravines of eastern Kentucky.
Great Smoky Mountains
Observe the iconic misty peaks of the most visited national park in the US to the south.
Mount Mitchell
The highest peak in the Appalachian Mountains and the mainland eastern United States.
Lake Norman
A massive man-made lake with intricate shorelines, visible just before landing at CLT.
Uptown Charlotte
Excellent views of the modern skyline if the plane approaches from the north or performs a loop.
The right side is best for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the mountains. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing for the lakes.
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Catch a glimpse of the downtown core and Lucas Oil Stadium shortly after departing IND.
Ohio River
The plane crosses this major waterway which serves as the border between Indiana and Kentucky.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Panoramic views of the rolling Appalachian ridges as you enter North Carolina airspace.
Pisgah National Forest
Dense, lush forest canopy covering the mountain slopes east of the flight path.
Choose the left side for morning flights to have the sun behind you. Look for the distinct bend in the Ohio River about 20 minutes after takeoff.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 688 km (428 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: IND (39.7173, -86.294403)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: Domestic
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