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BDL → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Bradley International Airport (Windsor Locks) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this North-to-South route as it provides a front-row seat to the iconic skylines of the Northeast Corridor, including New York City and Philadelphia, as well as the unique geography of the Florida Everglades during the arrival phase.
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Manhattan Skyline
Shortly after departure, look for the dense cluster of skyscrapers and Central Park as you pass the New York metro area.
Mid-Atlantic Cities
Successive views of the Philadelphia skyline and the sprawling suburbs of Baltimore and Washington D.C.
Florida Everglades
A vast expanse of wetlands and sawgrass marshes visible during the descent into the South Florida region.
Fort Lauderdale Canals
See why the city is called the 'Venice of America' with its intricate residential canal systems and yacht basins.
Florida Terrain
Observe the thousands of small lakes and perfectly manicured golf course communities dotting the Florida landscape.
Book the right side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. Keep your window shade up for the first 30 minutes to catch the NYC skyline. During landing at FLL, the right side often provides a clearer view of the lush Everglades before the final turn toward the runway.
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The Jersey Shore
Panoramic views of the continuous barrier islands and popular beach towns lining the New Jersey coast.
Outer Banks
The distinctive thin strip of North Carolina's barrier islands extending deep into the Atlantic Ocean.
Kennedy Space Center
On clear days, identify the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and launch pads at Cape Canaveral.
Charleston Harbor
Views of the historic South Carolina port city and the Ravenel Bridge spanning the Cooper River.
Early morning flights provide a spectacular sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean on this side. If the aircraft takes an offshore 'Atlantic Route,' the left side offers endless blue horizons and the best chance to spot large cargo vessels entering coastal shipping lanes.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,892 km (1,176 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min
Departure: BDL (41.9388999939, -72.68319702149999)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: Domestic
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