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ATL → MLB
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Melbourne International Airport (Melbourne)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for this route, offering a front-row seat to the Florida coastline and the world-renowned Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral.
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Atlanta Suburbs
Expansive views of the lush, tree-filled eastern suburbs of the Atlanta metropolitan area upon departure.
Atlantic Coastline
Stunning views of the Florida coast, including the beaches of Jacksonville and Daytona as the plane descends.
Kennedy Space Center
The iconic Vehicle Assembly Building and historic launch pads of Cape Canaveral are visible to the east.
Cocoa Beach
The thin strip of barrier islands and the famous Cocoa Beach Pier can be seen shortly before landing.
Indian River Lagoon
A beautiful view of the narrow waterway separating the Florida mainland from the barrier islands.
Opt for the left side to catch the sunrise on morning flights. As you enter Florida, keep an eye out for the massive structures at Cape Canaveral; they are unmistakable on a clear day and provide a sense of the scale of the Space Coast.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesAtlanta Skyline
A spectacular view of the Downtown, Midtown, and Buckhead skylines if the aircraft departs towards the west.
Ocala National Forest
A vast expanse of green forest and numerous small lakes in North-Central Florida.
Orlando Theme Parks
On clear days, the skyline of the major theme parks and the ICON Park wheel are visible in the distance.
Florida Wetlands
The intricate patterns of the St. Johns River and surrounding marshlands as you fly south.
Daytona International Speedway
The massive tri-oval track can often be spotted to the west as the flight passes the Daytona area.
The right side is ideal for seeing the sunset on evening flights. It also offers the best chance to see the sprawling suburban growth and theme park areas of Central Florida from a distance during the final approach phase.
Book Hotels in MelbourneDistance: 713 km (443 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: MLB (28.10280036926269, -80.64530181884766)
Route Type: Domestic
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