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LEX → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Blue Grass Airport (Lexington KY) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers superior views of the Appalachian foothills, the expansive Lake Lanier, and the iconic Stone Mountain monument during the descent into Atlanta.
Kentucky Horse Country
View the sprawling estates and white-fenced thoroughbred farms surrounding Lexington immediately after takeoff.
Daniel Boone National Forest
The plane passes near the western edge of this vast wilderness, featuring dense hardwood canopies and rugged terrain.
Appalachian Ridge
Distant views of the Great Smoky Mountains and the blue-hued ridges of the southern Appalachian chain.
Lake Lanier
A massive reservoir in North Georgia known for its winding shoreline and numerous recreational islands.
Stone Mountain
The famous granite monzonite dome is often clearly visible on the left during the standard northern approach into ATL.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Keep your camera ready about 10-15 minutes before landing to capture Stone Mountain. During the fall, this side provides the best perspective on the vibrant autumn colors of the North Georgia forests.
Lake Cumberland
Look for the winding, branching fingers of one of the largest man-made lakes in the United States.
Cumberland Plateau
Observe the dramatic vertical drops and sandstone cliffs that define this physiographic region.
Tennessee River
The flight path crosses over the serpentine curves of the river as it winds through East Tennessee.
Chattahoochee National Forest
Continuous stretches of mountainous timberland as the flight enters the northern Georgia border.
Perimeter Center
High-rise office clusters in northern Atlanta, including the famous 'King and Queen' towers, are visible on descent.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Tennessee Valley. Watch for the intricate geometric patterns of the Bluegrass region's agricultural fields shortly after departure. If the flight approaches ATL from the west, you may get a closer view of the Kennesaw Mountain battlefield.
Distance: 489 km (304 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: LEX (38.0364990234375, -84.60590362548828)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: Domestic
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