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FLL → ACY
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale) to Atlantic City International Airport (Atlantic City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the United States East Coast, including major cities, historic ports, and the Kennedy Space Center complex, while avoiding the direct morning glare over the Atlantic.
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Florida Gold Coast
Dense urban sprawl and turquoise waters of Boca Raton and West Palm Beach shortly after takeoff.
Kennedy Space Center
Clear views of Launch Complex 39 and the Vehicle Assembly Building at Cape Canaveral.
Historic Charleston
The distinctive peninsula of downtown Charleston and the Ravenel Bridge over the Cooper River.
Chesapeake Bay
Aerial perspective of the bridge-tunnel systems and the vast mouth of the bay near Norfolk.
Delaware River Valley
Views of the shoreline as the flight crosses from Delaware into southern New Jersey.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, providing optimal lighting for photography of the Florida coastline. Keep an eye out about 30 minutes after departure for the massive launch structures at Cape Canaveral. During the winter, the land features are much sharper due to lower humidity.
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The Gulf Stream
The deep cobalt blue of the Atlantic current contrasting with the lighter coastal shelf waters.
Outer Banks
The thin ribbon of barrier islands including Cape Hatteras and its famous lighthouse.
Assateague Island
Unspoiled stretches of beach along the Maryland and Virginia coast known for wild horses.
Cape May
The iconic southern tip of New Jersey and the Cape May Lighthouse during the descent.
Atlantic City Skyline
The high-rise casinos and Steel Pier become visible as the plane banks toward the airport.
The right side is premier for sunrise views on early morning departures. As you approach ACY, the plane often makes a sweeping turn over the ocean, giving right-side passengers a panoramic view of the Atlantic City boardwalk and the Brigantine coastline. Use a polarized lens to better see the color variations in the ocean water.
Book Hotels in Atlantic CityDistance: 1,576 km (979 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Arrival: ACY (39.45759963989258, -74.57720184326172)
Route Type: Domestic
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