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ROC → CLE
Which side of the plane to sit from Greater Rochester International Airport (Rochester) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland)?
Right Side of the Plane
Flying west along the southern edge of Lake Erie makes the right side the prime spot for coastal views and the Cleveland skyline.
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Niagara Falls
On clear days, look far to the north-northwest shortly after takeoff to spot the mist and falls.
Lake Erie Shoreline
A continuous and expansive view of the Great Lake's southern coast throughout the short flight.
Presque Isle State Park
The distinctive arching sandy peninsula jutting into the lake at Erie, Pennsylvania is a major landmark.
Cleveland Skyline
Excellent aerial views of the Terminal Tower and the lakefront stadium during the final descent into CLE.
Sit on the right for the best water views. Watch closely within the first 10 minutes of flight for a distant view of Niagara Falls. Late afternoon or sunset flights offer spectacular orange reflections off the surface of Lake Erie.
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Genesee River Valley
Winding waterways and lush greenery visible just south of Rochester during the initial climb.
Western NY Farmland
A patchwork of agricultural fields stretching toward the Pennsylvania border.
Allegheny Foothills
Rolling wooded hills marking the northern edge of the Appalachian plateau.
Optimal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Best for passengers who prefer seeing the rural inland forests and rolling hills of Pennsylvania and New York.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 393 km (244 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: ROC (43.118900299072266, -77.67240142822266)
Arrival: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Route Type: Domestic
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