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RSW → CMH
Which side of the plane to sit from Southwest Florida International Airport (Fort Myers) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (Columbus)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft typically offers a superior view of the Florida Gulf Coast during departure and a better angle of the Great Smoky Mountains and the Columbus city skyline during the descent.
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Florida Gulf Coast
Breathtaking views of the turquoise waters and white sand beaches of Sarasota and Siesta Key during climb-out.
Tampa Bay Area
A panoramic look at the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the metropolitan sprawl of the St. Pete-Tampa corridor.
Great Smoky Mountains
Fly directly over the high peaks of the Smokies, featuring dramatic ridges and deep, verdant valleys.
Ohio River Crossing
Aerial view of the massive Ohio River as it snakes between the borders of Kentucky, West Virginia, and Ohio.
Columbus Skyline
On the standard approach to CMH from the south or west, the left side provides a direct view of the downtown high-rises.
For evening flights, the left side is the 'sunset side,' offering spectacular orange hues over the Gulf of Mexico. Look out for the Great Smoky Mountains approximately 75 minutes into the flight. If the plane lands toward the west, you will get the best view of the Ohio Statehouse and the downtown district.
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The Everglades
Observe the vast, shimmering wetlands and complex canal systems of South-Central Florida shortly after takeoff.
Lake Okeechobee
The massive 'Big O' inland sea is often visible to the east depending on the specific departure corridor.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The rolling, forested ridges of the Appalachian range provide a beautiful textured landscape through the Carolinas.
WV River Gorges
The rugged and deeply carved river valleys of southern West Virginia offer impressive geological patterns.
Ohio State University
Spot the massive 'Horseshoe' stadium and the sprawling campus just north of downtown before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while viewing the Florida interior. Keep an eye out for Lake Okeechobee within the first 15 minutes of flight. During the descent into Columbus, watch for the distinct circular pattern of the Ohio Stadium.
Book Hotels in ColumbusDistance: 1,501 km (933 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs
Departure: RSW (26.53619956970215, -81.75520324707031)
Arrival: CMH (39.998001, -82.891899)
Route Type: Domestic
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