About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Charlotte Douglas International (CLT) to General Edward Lawrence Logan International (BOS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Charlotte to Boston. While the left side has the better Charlotte departure view, the right side wins overall. During cruise the right side tracks the Atlantic coastal plain and offers glimpses of the Delaware and Hudson river valleys, and the Boston Harbor approach on the right is one of the most dramatic urban water landings in the US.
What can I see during takeoff from Charlotte Douglas International in Charlotte?
During takeoff from Charlotte Douglas International (CLT), sit on the Left side for the best views. CLT's primary departure runway 18C/36C means northbound departures climb out heading roughly northeast. The left (west) side gives you a clear look back over Charlotte's uptown skyline and the Piedmont plateau as you climb. Right side faces east toward open suburban sprawl with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Charlotte uptown skyline, Lake Norman to the northwest, Catawba River corridor, Piedmont farmland patchwork.
What can I see when landing at General Edward Lawrence Logan International in Boston?
When landing at General Edward Lawrence Logan International (BOS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Logan Airport sits on a peninsula in Boston Harbor, and aircraft typically approach from the southwest on runway 04R/22L or 33L. A right-side seat on approach gives you the best view of Boston Harbor, the downtown skyline, and the Charles River basin. Left side faces inland toward suburban Boston with less dramatic scenery. Notable sights include: Boston Harbor and its islands, downtown Boston skyline, Charles River and Cambridge, Cape Cod Bay visible to the southeast.
How long is the flight from Charlotte to Boston?
The flight from Charlotte Douglas International (CLT) to General Edward Lawrence Logan International (BOS) takes Approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
What does the Charlotte to Boston flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northeast over the Virginia Piedmont, crossing the Potomac River near Washington DC, then over the Delaware Valley and Philadelphia metro area, the Hudson River valley near New York City, and the Connecticut River valley before descending into Boston. The Hudson River crossing near New York is the most visually dramatic midpoint feature, with Manhattan's skyline visible to the right side on clear days.