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TPA → CMH
Which side of the plane to sit from Tampa International Airport (Tampa) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (Columbus)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers a superior perspective of the Gulf Coast upon departure and a parallel view of the dramatic ridges of the Appalachian Mountains during the mid-flight cruise.
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Tampa Bay & St. Pete
Aerial views of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the shimmering waters of the Gulf of Mexico shortly after takeoff.
Florida Nature Coast
Scenic views of the pristine marshlands and winding rivers near Crystal River and the Cedar Key area.
Great Smoky Mountains
Parallel views of the highest peaks in the Appalachian chain, often blanketed in their signature blue mist.
Cincinnati/Dayton Area
On a slightly western flight path, the urban sprawl and industrial corridors of southern Ohio become visible.
Columbus Skyline
Clear views of the downtown skyscrapers and the Scioto River when approaching CMH from the southwest.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct sun glare from the east. During departure, look for the distinct shape of the Tampa Bay bridges. If the flight arrives into Columbus from the south, this side usually offers a stunning direct view of the downtown skyline during the final descent.
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Central Florida Lakes
A patchwork of thousands of inland lakes and the green expanses of the Ocala National Forest.
Chattahoochee National Forest
Expansive views of the dense pine forests and rolling foothills covering northern Georgia and South Carolina.
Lake Murray
A massive man-made reservoir in South Carolina, easily recognizable by its extremely jagged and winding shoreline.
Blue Ridge Escarpment
Observe the sharp geological rise where the Piedmont plateau meets the steep slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Ohio River Valley
Crossing the historic waterway that serves as the border between West Virginia and the state of Ohio.
Excellent for afternoon and evening flights to catch the sunset colors over the horizon without the sun shining directly into your window. Keep an eye out for the transition from the flat coastal plains to the rolling hills of the Carolinas. Early morning flights will experience a beautiful sunrise over the Atlantic horizon in the distance.
Book Hotels in ColumbusDistance: 1,337 km (831 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Arrival: CMH (39.998001, -82.891899)
Route Type: Domestic
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