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TYS → PGD
Which side of the plane to sit from McGhee Tyson Airport (Knoxville) to Charlotte County Airport (Punta Gorda)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Florida Gulf Coast, including the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico and a scenic approach over Charlotte Harbor.
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Nantahala National Forest
Deep river gorges and dense forest canopies visible in the early stage of the flight.
Atlanta Metro Sprawl
The massive urban footprint and distant skyscrapers of the Southeast's primary hub.
Gulf of Mexico
The stunning transition to emerald waters and white sand barrier islands as you reach the Florida coast.
Tampa Bay Area
Views of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the sprawling urban landscape surrounding the bay.
Charlotte Harbor
The final descent provides an intimate look at the mangroves, islands, and boating channels of Punta Gorda.
The right side is essential for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Gulf of Mexico. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinct curve of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge as you pass the Tampa area. During the final descent into PGD, look for pods of dolphins or manatees in the shallow harbor waters.
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Great Smoky Mountains
Lush, rolling ridges and mist-covered peaks visible shortly after takeoff from Knoxville.
Upstate South Carolina
Aerial views of the Greenville-Spartanburg metropolitan corridor and the transition to the Piedmont.
Coastal Lowcountry
Expansive views of the salt marshes and winding estuaries of the Georgia and North Florida coastline.
St. Johns River
The longest river in Florida, winding northward through the landscape near Jacksonville.
Florida Lake District
A mosaic of hundreds of circular freshwater lakes dotting the central Florida peninsula.
Choose the left side for morning departures to avoid direct sun glare. Watch for the dramatic change from the Appalachian terrain to the flat coastal plains. On clear days, you might catch a glimpse of the Atlantic horizon as you track south.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,007 km (626 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: TYS (35.81100082, -83.99400329999999)
Arrival: PGD (26.92020035, -81.99050140000001)
Route Type: Domestic
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