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DEN → TPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Tampa International Airport (Tampa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior perspective of the Mississippi Delta, the Gulf of Mexico coastline, and the stunning approach over Tampa Bay featuring the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.
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Oklahoma Red Beds
Distinctive reddish-orange soil and rugged terrain visible in the south-central United States.
Mississippi River Meanders
The complex loops and oxbow lakes of the lower Mississippi River near the Louisiana border.
Gulf of Mexico Transition
The dramatic shift from land to the deep turquoise waters of the Gulf as the plane cuts the corner of the coast.
Intracoastal Waterway
The network of canals and barrier islands along the Florida Gulf Coast.
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
A spectacular view of the iconic cable-stayed bridge spanning the mouth of Tampa Bay during landing.
Expect high glare during midday flights due to the southern exposure. The highlight of this side is the approach; if the plane lands from the south, you will get an unparalleled view of the Skyway Bridge and the coastal keys. Keep your camera ready as you pass over the Mississippi River for the best hydrological patterns.
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Great Plains Mosaic
Vast geometric patterns of center-pivot irrigation circles across Kansas and Oklahoma.
Little Rock Skyline
Views of the Arkansas state capital and the winding Arkansas River valley.
Appalachian Foothills
The far southern reaches of the Appalachian range visible over Alabama and Georgia.
The Emerald Coast
Aerial views of the white sand beaches of the Florida Panhandle near Destin and Panama City.
Downtown Tampa
A clear view of the city's high-rises and Ybor City during the final descent from the north.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. Watch for the transition from the flat plains to the dense forests of the Southeast. During descent, look for the 'V' shape of the Tampa peninsula to orient yourself.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,423 km (1,506 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 14 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Route Type: Domestic
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