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FLL → ISP
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale) to Long Island Mac Arthur Airport (Islip)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is the clear winner for this northbound route, offering a sweeping view of the U.S. Eastern Seaboard's major metropolitan areas and the spectacular New York City skyline during the descent into Islip.
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Florida Everglades
The vast, marshy 'River of Grass' is visible immediately after takeoff if the plane departs toward the west.
Lowcountry Views
Excellent perspectives of the historic waterfronts and winding rivers of Savannah and Charleston.
Mid-Atlantic Corridor
On clear days, see the sprawling urban centers of Washington D.C., Baltimore, and Philadelphia as you fly north.
New York City Skyline
As the flight nears Long Island, the Manhattan skyline, including the Freedom Tower and Empire State Building, is often visible in the distance.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
The massive suspension bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn marks the entrance to New York Harbor.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see Manhattan during the approach to ISP. For morning flights, this side is ideal as the sun will be on the opposite side, reducing window glare. Keep an eye out for the distinctive grid patterns of the New Jersey suburbs before crossing into New York airspace.
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Florida Gold Coast
Beautiful views of the turquoise Atlantic waters and the dense high-rise corridor of the Florida coastline.
Kennedy Space Center
Look for the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and launch pads as you pass the Merritt Island area.
The Outer Banks
The thin, sandy strip of North Carolina's barrier islands provides a stunning contrast against the deep blue Atlantic.
Atlantic City
The famous boardwalk and casinos are clearly visible as the flight tracks along the New Jersey coast.
Fire Island
The iconic narrow barrier island and its lighthouse are the final landmarks before touching down at MacArthur Airport.
The right side is perfect for ocean lovers and fans of coastal geography. It is the better side for watching the sunrise over the Atlantic on early morning departures. During the final descent, look for the Great South Bay and the distinctive South Shore beaches of Long Island.
Book Hotels in IslipDistance: 1,761 km (1,094 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min
Departure: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Arrival: ISP (40.79520035, -73.10019684)
Route Type: Domestic
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