About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE) to The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Cleveland to Atlanta. While the left side wins at takeoff for Lake Erie views, the right side delivers more consistently throughout the flight — you get the Tennessee River valley and ridge-and-valley Appalachian terrain over northern Georgia on the right, and the Atlanta approach is the visual highlight of the trip.
What can I see during takeoff from Cleveland Hopkins International in Cleveland?
During takeoff from Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Cleveland Hopkins typically departs southbound or eastbound. On a southbound departure from runway 24L/24R, the left side gives you a clear view of downtown Cleveland's skyline and Lake Erie's shoreline curving to the east. The lake's sheer scale is striking from low altitude. Notable sights include: Downtown Cleveland skyline, Lake Erie southern shoreline, Cuyahoga River valley, Burke Lakefront Airport.
What can I see when landing at The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International in Atlanta?
When landing at The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Atlanta Hartsfield typically lands from the north on runways 08R/09R or 10/28 complex, with aircraft approaching from the northeast. The right side gives a clear view of downtown Atlanta's skyline, Midtown, and Buckhead as you descend over the northern suburbs. Notable sights include: Downtown Atlanta skyline, Midtown Atlanta towers, Stone Mountain (distant to the east), Chattahoochee River.
How long is the flight from Cleveland to Atlanta?
The flight from Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE) to The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL) takes Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours.
What does the Cleveland to Atlanta flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Ohio River near Huntington WV, then tracks over the Cumberland Plateau and the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians of eastern Tennessee and northern Georgia. The parallel ridgelines of the Appalachian fold belt are clearly visible from altitude as long green corrugated stripes running northeast to southwest. Lookout Mountain near Chattanooga is a recognizable feature. The Tennessee River's broad curves are visible near Chattanooga before the terrain flattens into the Georgia Piedmont approaching Atlanta.