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CMH → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (Columbus) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a superior view of the Atlantic coastline, coastal barrier islands, and the turquoise waters of the Florida Gold Coast during the descent.
Appalachian Ridges
View the ancient, folded mountain chains of West Virginia and Virginia shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Carolina Coastline
Depending on the specific airway, look for the long stretches of sandy beaches and the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
Charleston Harbor
Spot the historic South Carolina port city and the iconic Ravenel Bridge if the flight path hugs the coast.
Atlantic Horizon
Enjoy the vast, deep blue expanse of the Atlantic Ocean as you parallel the Eastern Seaboard.
Fort Lauderdale Coast
Spectacular views of the South Florida beaches and the Atlantic Ocean during the final approach into FLL.
Book an early morning flight to watch the sunrise over the Atlantic. If the aircraft approaches FLL from the west (landing towards the east), the left side will provide a panoramic view of the coastline and the Atlantic Ocean before touchdown. Look for the distinct change in water color near the Florida Keys shelf.
Ohio River Valley
The winding Ohio River provides a scenic border crossing between Ohio and West Virginia early in the flight.
Blue Ridge Vistas
Distant views of the forested Blue Ridge Mountains to the west as you traverse the Southern United States.
Lake Okeechobee
The massive, circular inland lake in South Florida is a major landmark visible from the right side during descent.
The Everglades
Witness the unique 'River of Grass' wetlands stretching toward the Gulf of Mexico on the approach to Fort Lauderdale.
South Florida Urban Grid
Observe the sharp boundary between the suburban development of Broward County and the protected Everglades.
The right side is perfect for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Florida peninsula. Pay close attention during the last 20 minutes of the flight; if the wind is from the east, you will fly directly over the Everglades, providing an excellent view of the wetlands and Lake Okeechobee.
Distance: 1,569 km (975 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: CMH (39.998001, -82.891899)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: Domestic
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