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LHR → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Right Side of the Plane
Choosing the right side provides a front-row seat to the Canadian Maritimes and the iconic US East Coast megalopolis, all while avoiding the intense southern sun glare.
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Southern Ireland
Rugged cliffs and green fields of the Irish coast before the ocean crossing.
Canadian Maritimes
Rocky coastlines of Newfoundland and Nova Scotia as you reach North America.
US East Coast
Distant views of major cities like Boston and New York depending on the flight corridor.
Chesapeake Bay
The vast estuary and complex shoreline of Virginia and Maryland.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Beautiful views of the Appalachian range during the descent into Charlotte.
The right side is ideal for photography as the sun remains on the opposite side. Look out for the distinct shapes of Cape Cod and Long Island as you cross into US airspace. If the flight path is northerly, keep an eye out for icebergs off the coast of Newfoundland.
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South West England
Views of the Cornwall peninsula and the Celtic Sea during departure.
Deep Atlantic
Expansive views of the North Atlantic Ocean and changing weather systems.
Carolina Coast
Potential sightings of the Outer Banks if the approach tracks from the east.
Piedmont Region
Dense green forests and rolling hills of North Carolina on final approach.
Expect significant sun glare on this side for most of the westbound journey. Use the window shade during mid-flight but open it during the final hour to see the lush landscapes of the Carolinas.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 6,409 km (3,982 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 32 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: International
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