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BDL → TPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Bradley International Airport (Windsor Locks) to Tampa International Airport (Tampa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Atlantic coastline, the Outer Banks, and the spectacular final approach over the turquoise waters of Tampa Bay.
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Jersey Shore
Detailed views of the barrier islands and boardwalks stretching from Sandy Hook down to Atlantic City.
The Outer Banks
A stunning look at the narrow ribbon of sand that makes up Cape Hatteras and the Wright Brothers National Memorial area.
Charleston & Savannah
Dramatic aerial views of historic coastal cities, deep-water ports, and the intricate winding marshlands of the Lowcountry.
Tampa Bay & Skyway
On the standard 'Landshrk' arrival, you get a front-row seat to the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the sparkling waters of the bay.
Book a morning flight to see the sun rising over the Atlantic Ocean. For the best photos of Tampa Bay, choose a seat forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the Skyway Bridge during the final turn.
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Manhattan Skyline
Shortly after departure from BDL, the left side often captures the distant skyscrapers of New York City and the Hudson River.
Chesapeake Bay
Expansive views of the largest estuary in the U.S., including the Eastern Shore and numerous river deltas.
Carolina Piedmont
A patchwork of agricultural fields and rolling hills characterizing the inland Southeast United States.
Florida Lake District
During the descent, witness the thousands of circular sinkhole lakes that dot the landscape of North-Central Florida.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun over the Gulf. This side is also better for spotting the silhouette of the Appalachian foothills in the far distance during clear winter days.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,791 km (1,113 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 23 min
Departure: BDL (41.9388999939, -72.68319702149999)
Arrival: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Route Type: Domestic
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