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PBI → CLE
Which side of the plane to sit from Palm Beach International Airport (West Palm Beach) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is preferred for this route because it offers the most iconic views of the Cleveland skyline during the descent and provides a superior perspective of the Appalachian mountain ridges during the cruise phase.
Florida Wetlands
Bird's-eye view of the northern Everglades and the Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge shortly after departure.
Appalachian Ridges
Dramatic views of the folded mountain topography and deep valleys of West Virginia and Virginia.
Cleveland Skyline
Direct views of the Terminal Tower and Key Tower as the aircraft maneuvers for landing at Hopkins.
Downtown Stadiums
A clear look at Progressive Field and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse located in the heart of the city.
Cuyahoga River
The winding river known for its industrial history snaking through the Cuyahoga Valley toward the lake.
Sit on the left for the best lighting during afternoon flights, as the sun will be behind you or to the west. This side is essential for seeing the downtown core if the flight approaches from the south or performs a 'downwind' leg for a runway 6 landing.
Atlantic Coastline
Stunning views of the Florida 'Gold Coast' beaches and the turquoise waters of the Jupiter Inlet.
Kennedy Space Center
On clear days, you can spot the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and launch pads at Cape Canaveral to the east.
Shenandoah Valley
Lush greenery and the eastern slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains during the mid-flight transition north.
Lake Erie Shore
A wide perspective of the Great Lake's horizon and the industrial port area during the final approach.
Barrier Islands
The sandy stretches of the Georgia and Carolina coasts are often visible in the distance during the climb.
The right side is ideal for morning departures to catch the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. If the aircraft circles over Lake Erie for a northern approach, this side offers the best view of the vast water and the shoreline breakers.
Distance: 1,646 km (1,023 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 12 min
Departure: PBI (26.68320083618164, -80.09559631347656)
Arrival: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Route Type: Domestic
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