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AUS → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Austin Bergstrom International Airport (Austin) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the deep blue Gulf of Mexico and the iconic final approach over the Everglades and the cruise ships of Port Everglades.
Gulf Horizon
Enjoy uninterrupted views of the Gulf of Mexico, with potential sightings of cargo ships and oil platforms.
Florida West Coast
As you approach the peninsula, see the barrier islands and shallow turquoise waters near Fort Myers.
The Vast Everglades
A front-row seat to the sawgrass prairies and mangrove forests that dominate the southern tip of Florida.
Port Everglades
During the final descent, look for the world's largest cruise ships docked at the terminal near the airport.
Fort Lauderdale Beach
If the plane approaches from the east over the ocean, you'll get a perfect view of the Atlantic coastline and high-rise hotels.
The right side is unbeatable for late afternoon flights, offering spectacular sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico. During the final approach into FLL, the right side usually provides a direct view of the cruise terminals and the downtown Fort Lauderdale skyline. Keep your camera ready as you drop below 5,000 feet for the best Everglades detail.
Austin Outskirts
View the rolling transition from the Texas Hill Country to the flat coastal plains immediately after departure.
Mississippi River Delta
See the massive, sediment-rich bird-foot delta where the Mississippi River meets the Gulf of Mexico near New Orleans.
New Orleans Skyline
Catch a glimpse of the Crescent City and the massive Lake Pontchartrain Causeway to the north.
The Emerald Coast
Peer down at the stunning white sand beaches of Destin and Panama City as you track the northern Gulf coastline.
Everglades National Park
The northern reaches of the 'River of Grass' are visible as the flight crosses the Florida peninsula.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is best for identifying land-based landmarks like the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain. Look out for the massive bridge spans across the lake which are clearly visible from cruising altitude.
Distance: 1,776 km (1,104 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: AUS (30.194499969482425, -97.6698989868164)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: Domestic
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