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DAB → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Daytona Beach International Airport (Daytona Beach) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Right Side of the Plane
While the left side offers an iconic view of the Daytona Speedway, the right side provides a more consistently scenic experience with views of the Florida coast, the massive St. Johns River, and Stone Mountain on the approach into Atlanta.
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Atlantic Coastline
Vistas of the Florida and Georgia coastline including the Intracoastal Waterway and barrier islands.
St. Johns River
Follow the winding path of Florida's longest river as it flows north toward Jacksonville.
Jacksonville Metro Area
Aerial views of the 'River City' including its numerous bridges and the naval air stations.
The Golden Isles
In the distance, spot St. Simons and Jekyll Islands along the Georgia coast.
Stone Mountain
A massive quartz monadnock rising from the Georgia plains, often passed closely on the descent into ATL.
Morning flights are ideal for the right side to catch the sunrise over the Atlantic. During the approach to Atlanta, look for Stone Mountain, which is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the region. This side generally offers softer lighting for photography on northbound midday flights.
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Daytona International Speedway
Visible almost immediately after takeoff, providing a perfect aerial view of the iconic racing tri-oval.
Ocala National Forest
A vast expanse of green pines and thousands of small lakes located just west of the flight path.
Paynes Prairie Preserve
A unique geological formation near Gainesville known as the 'Great Alachua Savannah'.
Okefenokee Swamp
The western edges of this massive, prehistoric peat-filled wetland on the FL/GA border.
Downtown Atlanta Skyline
Depending on the wind and landing pattern, views of the Midtown and Downtown skyscrapers on the final descent.
Choose the left side for the best chance to see the Daytona Speedway during initial climb. On afternoon flights, the sun will be on this side, so keep window shades handy. If the plane lands at ATL from the west, you will get an excellent view of the city center.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 590 km (367 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: DAB (29.179899, -81.058098)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: Domestic
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