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BHM → FPO
Which side of the plane to sit from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (Birmingham) to Grand Bahama International Airport (Freeport)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic transition from the lush landscapes of the American Southeast to the striking turquoise waters of the Bahamas, especially during the final approach.
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Piedmont Plateau
Rolling hills and dense pine forests of eastern Alabama and western Georgia.
Atlantic Coastline
Stunning views of the Florida and Georgia coastline as the plane heads offshore.
Little Bahama Bank
The abrupt change from deep ocean blue to the bright neon turquoise of shallow coral reefs.
West End Shoreline
A clear view of the northern tip of Grand Bahama Island during the descent into FPO.
Book a morning flight on the left side to have the sun behind you, which significantly enhances the saturation of the turquoise water. Keep your eyes peeled as you leave the Florida coast; the transition to the Bahama Bank is one of the most visible 'blue lines' in the world.
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Birmingham Skyline
A bird's-eye view of downtown Birmingham and Sloss Furnaces shortly after takeoff.
Lake Martin
The massive, winding shoreline of one of Alabama's most popular recreational reservoirs.
Central Florida Lakes
The unique landscape of thousands of small freshwater lakes dotting the Florida peninsula.
Port of Freeport
Views of large container ships and cruise liners docked at the island's industrial hub.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to witness the sun setting over the Gulf of Mexico in the distance. For photographers, this side offers the best view of the Birmingham city center immediately after departing from BHM.
Book Hotels in FreeportDistance: 1,098 km (682 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: BHM (33.56290054, -86.75350189)
Arrival: FPO (26.5587005615, -78.695602417)
Route Type: International
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