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FLL → JAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale) to Jacksonville International Airport (Jacksonville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a stunning continuous view of the Atlantic coastline, including the iconic Kennedy Space Center and the historic city of St. Augustine.
Atlantic Coastline
Enjoy miles of turquoise water, white sand beaches, and the crashing surf of the Florida coast.
Kennedy Space Center
The absolute highlight; look for the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and historic launch pads at Cape Canaveral.
Daytona Beach
Identify the wide, driveable beaches and the massive oval of the Daytona International Speedway near the shore.
St. Augustine
Spot the Castillo de San Marcos and the historic architecture of the nation's oldest city as you near JAX.
Barrier Islands
Observe the intricate network of lagoons, mangroves, and residential islands along the Intracoastal Waterway.
The right side is the 'ocean side.' For the best lighting, choose this side for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind the plane. If there is a rocket launch scheduled from Cape Canaveral during your flight time, this side provides a front-row seat to the ascent.
South Florida Sprawl
View the dense, grid-like urban layout of Fort Lauderdale and Pompano Beach immediately after takeoff.
Everglades Edge
Catch glimpses of the massive wetlands to the west as the plane gains altitude and heads north.
Lake Okeechobee
On clear days, the vast expanse of Florida's largest freshwater lake is visible in the distance to the west.
Orlando Skyline
Spot the distant high-rises and theme park structures of the Orlando area as you pass central Florida.
St. Johns River
Watch the wide, winding St. Johns River snake through the landscape as the flight approaches Jacksonville.
Sit on the left for better views of the sunset during evening flights. This side is also preferable if you want to avoid the direct morning glare when flying north. Keep an eye out for the distinct transition from urban development to the lush, green interior of the state.
Distance: 514 km (319 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Arrival: JAX (30.49410057067871, -81.68789672851562)
Route Type: Domestic
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