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PHL → GSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia) to Greenville Spartanburg International Airport (Greenville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic view of the rolling Appalachian Mountains and the Blue Ridge range, especially as the flight progresses into Virginia and North Carolina.
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Lancaster Farmlands
The neatly organized patchwork quilt of Pennsylvania Dutch Country's agricultural land.
Shenandoah National Park
The iconic ridgelines of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the winding Skyline Drive.
Roanoke Valley
The scenic valley where the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains converge near the 'Star City'.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Continuous, layered mountain views that turn a hazy blue towards the horizon.
Pisgah National Forest
Dense, lush forest canopies that provide vibrant colors during the autumn months.
Choose the right side for the most scenic terrain. Late afternoon flights provide stunning 'golden hour' lighting across the mountain ridges. In October, this side is essential for viewing the peak fall foliage along the Appalachian trail.
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Philadelphia Skyline
Catch a glimpse of the Center City skyscrapers immediately after takeoff from PHL.
Chesapeake Bay
Aerial views of the upper reaches of the massive bay and its intricate coastline.
D.C. Perimeter
Observe the sprawling suburbs of the Capital region and the Potomac River basin.
Richmond
The James River curves through the historic urban center of Virginia's capital.
Charlotte Skyline
On clear days, the high-rises of Uptown Charlotte are visible to the south before descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic coastal plain. This side offers better views of the urban corridor and major metropolitan centers like Richmond and the fringes of D.C.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 828 km (514 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Arrival: GSP (34.895698547399995, -82.2189025879)
Route Type: Domestic
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