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ATL → KIN
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Norman Manley International Airport (Kingston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers high-contrast views of the Atlantic coastline, the vibrant turquoise shallows of the Bahamas, and a dramatic approach over Jamaica's Blue Mountains.
Florida Space Coast
Clear views of Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center launch pads along the Atlantic shoreline.
Bahamian Archipelago
Aerial perspectives of the stunning coral reefs and light-blue waters surrounding Grand Bahama and the Abaco Islands.
Sierra Maestra
The rugged, forested peaks of eastern Cuba's highest mountain range as the plane crosses the island.
Blue Mountains
Jamaica's iconic mountain range, famous for its coffee, provides a lush backdrop during the final descent into Kingston.
Morning flights on the left side offer excellent light for photographing the Bahamas without direct glare. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, stay alert for the steep green ridges of Jamaica appearing suddenly from the Caribbean Sea.
Atlanta Skyline
Depending on the takeoff direction, you can see the dense clusters of skyscrapers in Downtown and Midtown Atlanta.
The Everglades
View the massive 'River of Grass' in South Florida, characterized by unique water tracks and swampy terrain.
Miami & The Keys
A distant but impressive view of the Miami skyline and the beginning of the island chain extending into the Gulf.
Kingston Harbor
The seventh-largest natural harbor in the world, featuring the historic Palisadoes tombolo leading to the airport.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It provides a great view of the Florida peninsula's width and the complex water systems of the Everglades before heading over the open sea.
Distance: 1,904 km (1,183 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 32 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: KIN (17.935699462890625, -76.7874984741211)
Route Type: International
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