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MEI → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Key Field (Meridian) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the southern Appalachian foothills and the most consistent views of the expansive Atlanta skyline during the descent.
Talladega National Forest
Dense pine and hardwood forests stretching across the Alabama landscape.
Cheaha Mountain
Alabama's highest point, visible on the northern horizon as you cross the state.
Atlanta Skylines
Clear views of the Buckhead and Midtown districts during the northern approach pattern.
Lake Wedowee
The irregular, scenic shoreline of the R.L. Harris Reservoir in eastern Alabama.
For the best experience, choose a window seat on the left (Port side) to capture the Atlanta skyline. On early morning flights, this side will be in the shade, providing better contrast for photography without glare from the sun.
Downtown Meridian
Immediate views of the historic Mississippi city center shortly after takeoff from MEI.
West Point Lake
A massive reservoir on the Chattahoochee River straddling the AL-GA state line.
Logistics Hubs
Bird's-eye views of the massive CSX rail yards and distribution centers south of Atlanta.
ATL Runway View
A sprawling view of the world's busiest airport's five parallel runways during touchdown.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the landscape and the Alabama-Georgia border lakes. It also offers a detailed look at the complex airport infrastructure during final taxi.
Distance: 429 km (267 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 43 min
Departure: MEI (32.33259963989258, -88.75189971923828)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: Domestic
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