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RDU → CVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Raleigh Durham International Airport (Raleigh-durham) to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the iconic Cincinnati skyline and the Ohio River during the approach, plus better views of downtown Raleigh upon departure.
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Raleigh-Durham Urban Core
Excellent views of the Research Triangle Park and the downtown skylines of Raleigh and Durham after takeoff.
Allegheny Plateau
Deeply dissected plateaus and dense forest canopies stretching across the West Virginia wilderness.
Ohio River Bend
The massive waterway that defines the border between Kentucky and Ohio, visible during the descent.
Cincinnati Skyline
A perfect view of the 'Queen City' skyscrapers, including Great American Ball Park and Paycor Stadium.
The right side is essential for sunset flights, as the evening light hits the Cincinnati skyline beautifully during the final approach. Most CVG landing patterns from the east will fly directly past the city center, providing a spectacular urban panorama.
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Blue Ridge Mountains
Aerial views of the eastern edge of the Appalachian range shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Charleston Vista
Potential views of West Virginia's state capital and its distinctive gold-domed capitol building.
Kentucky Bluegrass
Rolling green hills and the pastoral landscapes characteristic of northern Kentucky horse country.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and avoid glare on the window. Keep an eye out for the winding New River as you cross into West Virginia, which is often visible during the middle third of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 627 km (390 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min
Departure: RDU (35.877601623535156, -78.7874984741211)
Arrival: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Route Type: Domestic
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