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FLL → EYW
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale) to Key West International Airport (Key West)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the unique geography of the Florida Keys, showcasing the winding Overseas Highway, the vast Everglades on departure, and the striking emerald waters of Florida Bay.
Everglades National Park
The 'River of Grass' stretches to the western horizon as you depart the mainland, showing the vast wetland ecosystem.
Overseas Highway (US-1)
Watch the iconic highway hop from island to island across turquoise shallows for almost the entire duration of the flight.
Florida Bay
The shallow, emerald waters dotted with hundreds of uninhabited mangrove islands, known as the Keys 'backcountry'.
Marathon Airport
A clear view of the midpoint of the Keys as you fly past the airstrip in the Middle Keys.
Key West Approach
As the plane banks for landing, get a bird's-eye view of Smathers Beach, the salt ponds, and the lush tropical neighborhoods.
The right side is unbeatable for sunset flights into Key West, offering views of the sun dipping into the Gulf of Mexico. It provides the best perspective of the island chain's structural connectivity. Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the bridges is not obstructed during the descent.
Atlantic Barrier Reef
View the world's third-largest barrier reef with stunning color gradients between the shallows and the deep ocean.
Stiltsville
Spot the historic wooden houses perched on pilings in the shallow waters of Biscayne National Park shortly after takeoff.
Miami Beach Skyline
A panoramic view of the high-rises and sandy shores of South Beach and Key Biscayne during the initial southward climb.
Seven Mile Bridge
The longest bridge in the Florida Keys chain, appearing as a thin white line connecting Knight's Key to Little Duck Key.
PortMiami
Depending on the departure path, see the massive cruise ships and cargo vessels docked at the world's busiest cruise port.
The left side is ideal for sunrise flights to avoid direct glare while seeing the deep blue of the Atlantic. Use polarized sunglasses to better see the underwater reef structures and coral formations. Keep an eye out for large cruise ships departing the coast.
Distance: 233 km (145 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Arrival: EYW (24.55610084533691, -81.75959777832031)
Route Type: Domestic
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