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FLL → ALB
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale) to Albany International Airport (Albany)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Atlantic coastline, the barrier islands of the Outer Banks, and a higher probability of viewing the iconic New York City skyline and the scenic Hudson River during the northward approach.
Florida Gold Coast
Clear views of the dense beachfront high-rises and turquoise waters of Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton.
The Outer Banks
The unique, narrow barrier islands of North Carolina, including Cape Hatteras, are often visible depending on the flight path.
Manhattan Skyline
On clear days, the entire New York City skyline, including One World Trade Center and Central Park, appears as you cross into the Hudson Valley.
Hudson River Valley
A stunning view of the winding Hudson River and the historic estates along its banks as you head toward the capital region.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
The massive suspension bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn is a key landmark during the transition over the NYC area.
Sit on the right side for the most iconic landmarks. Morning flights provide excellent lighting for the coastline. As you enter New York airspace, stay alert for the Statue of Liberty and the dense cluster of skyscrapers in Midtown. These views are most dramatic during the last 30 minutes of the flight.
Everglades Perimeter
Aerial views of the sawgrass marshes and swampy outskirts of the Florida Everglades shortly after takeoff.
Mid-Atlantic Urban Corridor
Distant views of major metropolitan areas including Washington D.C., Baltimore, and Philadelphia as you fly north.
Catskill Mountains
As the flight descends into Albany, the rugged peaks and dense forests of the Catskills appear to the west.
Upstate Farmsteads
The transition from the dense Northeast corridor into the patchwork of dairy farms and rural landscapes of New York.
The left side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Appalachian range. Look out for the distinct sprawl of Richmond and DC about midway through the flight. If the approach to ALB is from the north, this side gets a clear view of the Mohawk River.
Distance: 1,942 km (1,207 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 35 min
Departure: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Arrival: ALB (42.74829864501953, -73.80169677734375)
Route Type: Domestic
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