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ROC → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Greater Rochester International Airport (Rochester) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Finger Lakes region shortly after departure and offers the iconic view of Lake Norman and the Charlotte skyline during the descent into CLT.
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Finger Lakes
Views of Canandaigua and Seneca Lakes' elongated glacial formations shortly after departing Rochester.
Susquehanna River
The winding path of one of the oldest existing mountain river systems in the world across Pennsylvania.
Shenandoah Valley
A stunning perspective of the fertile valley sandwiched between the Blue Ridge and Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians.
Lake Norman
The massive 'inland sea' of North Carolina, featuring intricate shorelines and luxury lakefront estates during the descent.
Uptown Charlotte
A clear view of the distinct Charlotte skyline and the Bank of America Stadium when approaching from the north.
For morning flights, the left side experiences direct sunlight; choose a window here for the best views of the Appalachian ridges. If the aircraft approaches CLT from the north, this side is essential for seeing the massive Lake Norman and the Charlotte Motor Speedway.
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Letchworth State Park
Known as the 'Grand Canyon of the East,' the Genesee River gorge is often visible south of Rochester.
Allegheny Plateau
The rugged, dissected plateau landscape of northern Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Monongahela Forest
Expansive views of the high-altitude spruce forests and wilderness areas of the West Virginia Highlands.
Mooresville Area
The heart of 'Race City USA,' where many NASCAR teams are based, visible just north of Charlotte.
Catawba River
The series of reservoirs and dams that power the Piedmont region visible during the final minutes of flight.
The right side is the 'cool' side for afternoon flights, avoiding the harsh sun glare. It offers a better look at the dramatic Letchworth State Park gorge about 10-15 minutes into the flight. Watch for the change from rolling hills to steep mountain ridges over the West Virginia border.
Book Hotels in CharlotteDistance: 923 km (574 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: ROC (43.118900299072266, -77.67240142822266)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: Domestic
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