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SRQ → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (Sarasota) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side provides a superior departure experience with immediate views of the Florida Gulf Coast, Sarasota's barrier islands, and the iconic Sunshine Skyway Bridge before heading inland toward the Carolinas.
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Gulf Coast Beaches
Crystal clear views of Siesta Key and Longboat Key immediately after takeoff from SRQ.
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
The massive cable-stayed bridge spanning Tampa Bay is often visible shortly after departure.
Okefenokee Swamp
A vast, prehistoric-looking peat bog and wetland straddling the Florida-Georgia border.
South Carolina Lowcountry
Expansive views of the river systems and dense forest canopies typical of the region.
Appalachian Horizon
On a clear day, the distant Blue Ridge Mountains can be seen to the northwest during the descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind the plane, which enhances the turquoise colors of the Gulf water. Look out early as the best coastal scenery happens within the first 10 minutes of flight.
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Central Florida Lakes
An aerial mosaic of thousands of freshwater lakes scattered throughout the Florida interior.
Orlando Skyline
Distant views of the 'City Beautiful' and the high-altitude landmarks of the theme park corridor.
Lake Murray
A large reservoir in South Carolina that stands out against the surrounding forest landscape.
Uptown Charlotte
Excellent views of the Charlotte skyline if the flight approaches from the south into CLT.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Depending on the traffic pattern, you may spot this iconic NASCAR venue located northeast of the city center.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh western sun. This side offers the best chance of seeing the Charlotte city center during the standard landing patterns when arriving from the south.
Book Hotels in CharlotteDistance: 883 km (549 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: SRQ (27.39539909362793, -82.55439758300781)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: Domestic
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