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AVL → SFB
Which side of the plane to sit from Asheville Regional Airport (Asheville) to Orlando Sanford International Airport (Sanford)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a spectacular immediate departure over the Blue Ridge Mountains and superior views of the unique Florida lake geography during the descent into Sanford.
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Pisgah National Forest
Breathtaking views of the Appalachian high peaks and deep green valleys right after takeoff.
Augusta Area
The Savannah River and the lush green corridors of eastern Georgia's golf country.
Okefenokee Swamp
A vast, prehistoric wetland landscape crossing the Georgia-Florida border.
Florida Chain of Lakes
Dozens of circular, spring-fed sinkhole lakes dotting the landscape during the descent.
Orlando Skyline
The distant skyline and theme park structures are often visible to the south during arrival.
The right side is ideal for morning flights, providing excellent natural lighting for photos of the mountains. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff, as the altitude gain over the Blue Ridge is rapid. During descent, look for the 'swiss cheese' pattern of lakes which is a signature of the Central Florida terrain.
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French Broad River
Visible winding through the valley immediately after takeoff from Asheville.
Columbia, SC
Aerial views of South Carolina's capital city and the confluence of its major rivers.
Coastal Horizon
On clear days, the distant shimmer of the Atlantic coastline near Savannah and Jacksonville.
St. Johns River
The massive, meandering river that defines the landscape of Northeast Florida.
Lake Jessup
A large lake known for its alligator population, situated just north of the airport during final approach.
Sit on the left side for late afternoon or evening flights to avoid the direct glare of the setting sun. During the winter months, the lack of foliage makes the rolling topography of the Piedmont region much easier to distinguish. Watch for the distinct change from the red clay of Georgia to the sandy soils of Florida.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 751 km (467 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min
Departure: AVL (35.43619918823242, -82.54180145263672)
Arrival: SFB (28.7775993347168, -81.23750305175781)
Route Type: Domestic
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