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ATL → FPO
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Grand Bahama International Airport (Freeport)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is significantly more scenic, offering a panoramic view of the Florida peninsula's coastline and the stunning transition into the vibrant turquoise waters of the Little Bahama Bank during the descent.
Georgia Lowcountry
Dense pine forests and river systems of Southern Georgia and Northern Florida.
The Space Coast
Possible views of Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center launch pads if the flight path follows the coastline.
Little Bahama Bank
Stunning contrast where the deep blue Atlantic meets the shallow, neon-turquoise waters of the coral shelf.
Freeport Harbour
View of the industrial port, dry docks, and visiting cruise ships as you bank toward the airport.
Sit on the right for the iconic 'Caribbean arrival' experience. Keep your camera ready roughly 20 minutes before landing to capture the vivid color shift of the ocean waters. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography on this side as the sun moves west.
Atlanta Skyline
Aerial views of the downtown and Midtown skyline shortly after departure from Hartsfield-Jackson.
Atlantic Seaboard
Expansive views of the open Atlantic Ocean as the flight path leaves the U.S. mainland.
Grand Bahama North Shore
The rugged, less-developed northern coastline of the island featuring intricate mangrove systems.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. It offers a very stable view of the open ocean, which is peaceful but less varied than the right side.
Distance: 961 km (597 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: FPO (26.5587005615, -78.695602417)
Route Type: International
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