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EYW → TPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Key West International Airport (Key West) to Tampa International Airport (Tampa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a continuous view of the Florida coastline, from the turquoise waters of the Keys to the intricate wetlands of the Everglades and the urban sprawl of the Gulf Coast.
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Overseas Highway
Watch the string of islands and bridges that connect the Florida Keys immediately after takeoff.
Everglades National Park
A vast expanse of sawgrass prairies and mangrove forests stretching inland.
Ten Thousand Islands
A labyrinth of water and mangroves where the Everglades meets the Gulf.
Southwest Florida Cities
Clear views of the canal-heavy layouts of Cape Coral and the Fort Myers urban area.
MacDill Air Force Base
Visible on the southern tip of the Interbay Peninsula just before landing.
The right side is consistently more scenic for this short hop. You stay closer to the landmass, offering views of the Seven Mile Bridge near Marathon and the unique geography of the Ten Thousand Islands. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the coastline from behind the plane, reducing glare on your window.
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Gulf of Mexico
Expansive views of the deep blue Gulf waters and the horizon line.
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
An iconic view of the massive cable-stayed bridge spanning the entrance to Tampa Bay.
Egmont Key State Park
A historic island with a lighthouse and ruins visible at the mouth of the bay.
Pinellas County Beaches
The white sand coastlines of St. Pete Beach and Treasure Island during the descent.
The left side is the choice for sunset lovers on evening flights, as the sun dips directly into the Gulf. On approach, it offers the best view of the St. Petersburg skyline and the Gulf-side barrier islands. Sit behind the wing for unobstructed photos of the emerald-to-blue water transitions.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 388 km (241 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: EYW (24.55610084533691, -81.75959777832031)
Arrival: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Route Type: Domestic
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