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ATL → SRQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (Sarasota)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for its stunning coastal progression along the Florida Gulf Coast, offering views of turquoise waters and white sand beaches during the descent.
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Gulf of Mexico
Expansive views of the emerald-colored waters of the Gulf, particularly beautiful during golden hour.
Cedar Key
A cluster of small, historic islands along the Nature Coast surrounded by shallow salt marshes.
Clearwater Beach
The famous white sands and high-rise hotels of the Pinellas County shoreline from a high-altitude perspective.
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
The iconic yellow-cabled bridge spanning Tampa Bay is often visible as the plane enters the Sarasota-Bradenton airspace.
Longboat Key
A spectacular view of the barrier islands and Sarasota Bay during the final approach into SRQ.
Book a seat on the right side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Gulf of Mexico. During the approach, keep your camera ready for the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the distinct blue-green gradient of the coastal waters.
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Atlanta Metro
A panoramic view of the suburban sprawl and the distant Atlanta skyline shortly after departure.
Georgia Pine Barrens
Dense, lush greenery and timberlands that characterize the journey through southern Georgia.
Lake Panasoffkee
A prominent freshwater lake in Central Florida visible as the aircraft begins its initial descent.
Lakewood Ranch
Observation of the massive, manicured master-planned communities and golf courses east of Sarasota.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a better perspective of the inland Florida landscape and the rapid suburban expansion of the Manatee-Sarasota area.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 717 km (446 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 12 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: SRQ (27.39539909362793, -82.55439758300781)
Route Type: Domestic
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