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MHT → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (Manchester NH) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of New England peaks, the dramatic ridges of the Appalachian Mountains, and the most consistent views of the Charlotte skyline during the final descent.
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Mount Monadnock
Iconic isolated peak in southern New Hampshire visible shortly after departure from MHT.
Hudson Valley
Scenic views of the Hudson River and the Catskill Mountains as the flight crosses New York state.
Appalachian Ridges
Long, parallel mountain ridges of Pennsylvania and Virginia stretching toward the horizon.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Dense forest canopies and hazy blue peaks as the aircraft enters the North Carolina border region.
Charlotte Uptown
Stunning close-up views of the Charlotte skyline (Uptown) when landing from the north on runways 18L or 18C.
The right side is premier for nature lovers. For the best experience, choose a seat behind the wing to see the Appalachian ridge lines clearly. During autumn, the foliage on this side is spectacular. On landing at CLT, the right side almost always provides the iconic 'banker's skyline' view of the city center.
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Aerial view of the Merrimack River and downtown Manchester immediately after takeoff.
Long Island Sound
Vast coastal views spanning the Connecticut shoreline and the northern reaches of Long Island.
NYC Horizon
Distances views of the Manhattan skyline and the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge when passing over New Jersey.
Chesapeake Bay
Massive views of the Maryland coastline and the intricate estuaries of the upper Chesapeake.
Potomac River
Glimpses of the Washington D.C. metro area and the winding Potomac River as the flight moves south.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side is better for spotting the Atlantic coastline in the distance and identifying the major metropolitan hubs of the Northeast Corridor. Keep an eye out for the Chesapeake Bay Bridge when crossing into Maryland.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,186 km (737 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: MHT (42.932598, -71.435699)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: Domestic
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