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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides the most consistent views of the Tallahassee cityscape at takeoff and is generally positioned better for viewing the downtown Atlanta skyline during the northern approach into ATL.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Tallahassee State Capitol

Clear view of the Florida state capitol buildings and the high-rise downtown district shortly after lifting off from TLH.

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Doak Campbell Stadium

The massive brick-clad home of the FSU Seminoles is often visible as the plane turns north over the city.

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Apalachicola Forest Fringe

Dense, lush pine forests and wetlands characteristic of the Florida panhandle border the western flight path.

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Chattahoochee River

The winding river that forms the border between Georgia and Alabama is visible to the far west during the mid-flight cruise.

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Atlanta City Skyline

As the plane begins its final descent, the left side typically offers a stunning panorama of the Midtown and Downtown skyscrapers.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. During the landing phase, keep your camera ready as the plane enters the metro Atlanta area; if the flight approaches from the south and lands to the west, the skyline view is spectacular from this side.

Right Side Highlights
7.4
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Red Hills Region

Observe the distinctive red clay soil and rolling hills of the plantation country between Tallahassee and Thomasville.

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Georgia Farmland

A patchwork of peanut, cotton, and pecan orchards dominates the landscape of Southwest Georgia.

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Stone Mountain

On clear days during a northern approach, look for the massive granite monadnock rising out of the forest northeast of the city.

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ATL Terminal Complex

An incredible overhead view of the world's busiest airport, including its five parallel runways and massive concourses.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy softer lighting. This side provides a great view of the airport's massive infrastructure and technical layout during the final moments of landing. Watch for the 'Red Hills' transition early in the flight where Florida's greenery gives way to Georgia's famous red soil.

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Route Information

Distance: 360 km (224 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 36 min

Departure: TLH (30.396499633789062, -84.35030364990234)

Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)

Route Type: Domestic

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