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CVG → TPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati) to Tampa International Airport (Tampa)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer lush greenery over the South, the Right Side is the winner for its spectacular approach into Tampa, featuring the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the white-sand beaches of the Florida coastline.
Bluegrass Region
Look down at the patchwork of horse farms and rolling pastures surrounding Lexington, Kentucky.
Gulf Coast Shoreline
Upon entering Florida, the route often tracks along the Nature Coast, showing the transition from marsh to open sea.
Honeymoon Island
As the plane turns for its final approach, you get a bird's-eye view of the barrier islands near Dunedin and Clearwater.
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
On clear days, the iconic yellow cables of the Skyway Bridge are visible spanning the mouth of Tampa Bay.
The right side is premier for sunset flights. For the best experience, monitor the wind direction; a southern approach into TPA usually means the right side sees the Gulf beaches and St. Petersburg waterfront in detail. Keep your window shade up as you cross the Florida border for the best coastal transitions.
Cincinnati Skyline
Directly after takeoff, catch a glimpse of the Ohio River and the downtown Cincinnati architecture.
Daniel Boone National Forest
View the dense canopy and rugged terrain of the Appalachian foothills in eastern Kentucky.
Lake Lanier
As you pass northeast of Atlanta, the massive reservoir is easily identifiable by its jagged shoreline.
Florida Lake District
During the descent, witness the thousands of small circular lakes that dot the central Florida landscape.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy a sunrise over the Appalachian mountains. It is also the better side for viewing the sprawling suburbs of North Georgia and the inland wetlands of Florida during the final descent into TPA.
Distance: 1,247 km (775 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Arrival: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Route Type: Domestic
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