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CHA → SFB
Which side of the plane to sit from Lovell Field (Chattanooga) to Orlando Sanford International Airport (Sanford)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the winding St. Johns River and the expansive lakes of Central Florida during the descent, along with a better angle for morning light.
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Blue Ridge Foothills
Distant vistas of the southern Appalachian range visible during the initial ascent from Chattanooga.
Atlanta Perimeter
An aerial view of the northeastern suburbs and the dense highway interchanges of the Atlanta metro area.
Oconee National Forest
Expansive views of Georgia's lush pine canopies and rolling timberlands mid-flight.
St. Johns River
A stunning view of the prominent north-flowing river that defines the landscape near the destination.
Lake Monroe
The massive body of water located immediately northwest of the Sanford airport during the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning departures to avoid the harsh western sun. This side is particularly scenic during the final 15 minutes of the flight as the plane follows the St. Johns River basin into Sanford. Summer travelers should watch for dramatic towering cumulus clouds often seen over the Atlantic coast to the east.
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The iconic ridge and the 'Moccasin Bend' of the Tennessee River immediately visible after takeoff.
Downtown Chattanooga
A bird's-eye view of the Scenic City's riverfront and urban center.
Lake Allatoona
A large, jagged reservoir in North Georgia that serves as a major landmark along the flight path.
Okefenokee Swamp
The western edges of the vast, prehistoric wetland area spanning the Georgia and Florida border.
Orlando Skyline
Distant views of the theme park towers and the downtown Orlando high-rises during the landing pattern.
The right side is best for sunset flights, offering views of the Florida sun dipping below the horizon. Keep an eye out early in the flight for the sharp terrain of the Cumberland Plateau. During the descent, look west to spot the numerous smaller lakes that dot the Central Florida landscape.
Book Hotels in SanfordDistance: 790 km (491 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 19 min
Departure: CHA (35.03530120849609, -85.20379638671875)
Arrival: SFB (28.7775993347168, -81.23750305175781)
Route Type: Domestic
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