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MCI → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Kansas City International Airport (Kansas City) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Great Smoky Mountains and often provides a better angle of the Charlotte skyline and the Appalachian transition during the descent.
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Ozark Plateau
Rugged, forested terrain of the northern Ozarks visible shortly after departure from Kansas City.
Mississippi-Ohio Confluence
The massive junction of two of America's largest rivers near Cairo, Illinois.
Great Smoky Mountains
Stunning vistas of the highest peaks in the Eastern US, often shrouded in their signature blue mist.
Asheville & Biltmore
Aerial perspective of the city of Asheville tucked within the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Charlotte Uptown
A clear view of Charlotte's impressive skyscrapers during the standard southern arrival patterns.
The right side is ideal for capturing the sunset on evening flights. As you cross the Tennessee-North Carolina border, watch for the shift from flat plains to high-altitude mountain peaks. During the final approach, the right side often has the best view of the Bank of America Stadium and the CLT city center.
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Missouri River
Dramatic views of the winding Missouri River immediately following takeoff from MCI.
St. Louis Skyline
Distant views of the Gateway Arch and the downtown area when passing through the Missouri/Illinois border.
Kentucky Bluegrass
Lush green rolling hills and thoroughbred horse farms visible near the Lexington area.
Appalachian Ridges
The unique 'Ridge and Valley' geological formations of the northern Appalachian range.
Lake Norman
A massive reservoir north of Charlotte, often visible during the final descent into CLT.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Look for the geometric patterns of Midwestern farmland before the terrain transforms into the densely forested Appalachian mountains. Keep an eye out for the distinct line where the Ohio River joins the Mississippi.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,299 km (807 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: MCI (39.2976, -94.713898)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: Domestic
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