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PVD → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Theodore Francis Green State Airport (Providence) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of coastal geography, distant views of major metropolitan skylines, and a spectacular view of Lake Norman during the arrival into Charlotte.
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Narragansett Bay
Clear views of the Rhode Island coastline and islands immediately following takeoff from PVD.
New York City Skyline
A distant but iconic view of the Manhattan skyline as the flight passes over the New Jersey corridor.
Chesapeake Bay
Visuals of the massive estuary and the complex bridge-tunnel systems near the Maryland and Virginia borders.
Lake Norman
The largest man-made body of fresh water in North Carolina, signaling the final approach to the airport.
Uptown Charlotte
The dense cluster of skyscrapers in the city center is often visible during the final descent and banking turns.
Sit on the left for the best morning light and to avoid the direct glare of the afternoon sun. On the approach into CLT, this side typically offers the best view of the Charlotte motor speedway and the sprawling Lake Norman. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes after takeoff for a glimpse of the NYC skyline in the distance.
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Hudson River Valley
The scenic river valley and the highlands of southern New York are visible shortly after crossing the CT border.
Delaware Water Gap
The distinct geological notch where the Delaware River cuts through the Appalachian mountain ridges.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The undulating, forest-covered peaks of the southern Appalachians stretching across Virginia and North Carolina.
Shenandoah Valley
A vast, fertile valley nestled between the Blue Ridge and the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians.
Catawba River
The winding river system that defines the geography of the Piedmont region leading into Charlotte.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Appalachian Mountains. It offers a more consistent view of the natural terrain and rolling hills of the American East. During the autumn months, this side provides excellent views of the changing fall foliage across the mountain ridges of Virginia.
Book Hotels in CharlotteDistance: 1,100 km (684 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: PVD (41.732601, -71.42040300000001)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: Domestic
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