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FLL → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular sequence of coastal views including the Florida coastline, the Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral, and the scenic marshlands of the Georgia coast.
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Atlantic Coastline
A continuous view of the turquoise waters and barrier islands stretching from Palm Beach up to Jacksonville.
Kennedy Space Center
Spot the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building and historic launch pads at Cape Canaveral about 25 minutes into the flight.
Jacksonville & St. Johns River
The winding St. Johns River as it meets the Atlantic Ocean near the city center of Jacksonville.
Savannah & Golden Isles
The intricate network of marshes, rivers, and coastal islands including Tybee and St. Simons.
Stone Mountain
A massive quartz monzonite dome located just east of Atlanta, often visible during the final descent phase.
The right side is the definitive choice for scenic enthusiasts. For the best views of the Kennedy Space Center, a clear morning flight is ideal when the sun illuminates the launch pads. During the descent into ATL, look for the granite face of Stone Mountain. Note that morning flights will face the sun, so bring sunglasses for the first half of the trip.
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The Everglades
Vast stretches of the northern Everglades wetlands and conservation areas visible shortly after takeoff.
Lake Okeechobee
The massive 'Inland Sea' of Florida, identifiable by its circular shape and surrounding dikes.
Orlando Attractions
Distant views of the major theme park complexes in Central Florida if the flight path tracks inland.
Georgia Pine Forests
The dense, sprawling timberlands of South Georgia that define the landscape as you approach Atlanta.
Downtown Atlanta
If the plane approaches Hartsfield-Jackson from the west, the midtown and downtown skyscrapers are prominent.
Sit on the left if you prefer views of the vast Florida interior and the sprawling suburbs of the Georgia piedmont. This side is better during afternoon flights to avoid the direct sun glare from the west as you head north. Keep an eye out for the unique agricultural patterns of the Florida heartland.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 936 km (582 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: Domestic
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