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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

Provides a breathtaking panoramic view of the Atlantic coastline, the vibrant blue Gulf Stream, and the luxury estates of the Florida coast.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Port Everglades

A bird's eye view of one of the world's busiest cruise ports immediately after takeoff from FLL.

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Gold Coast Beaches

Continuous stretches of white sand and the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean along the flight path.

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Palm Beach Island

Extravagant mansions and the historic Breakers Hotel are clearly visible from cruising altitude.

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The Gulf Stream

Notice the distinct color transition between the shallow emerald coastal waters and the deep sapphire Atlantic.

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Kennedy Space Center

On clear days, the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and launch pads are visible to the northeast during descent.

Opt for the right side on morning flights to avoid the sun's glare. This side offers the best views of the cruise ships at Port Everglades and the scenic Merritt Island area during the approach into Orlando.

Left Side Highlights
6.8
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Everglades Edge

The vast green 'River of Grass' stretching toward the horizon, offering a stark contrast to urban life.

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Urban Boundary

The sharp line where the South Florida metropolitan area meets the protected natural wetlands.

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Lake Okeechobee

Florida's largest freshwater lake visible to the northwest during the middle segment of the flight.

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Canal Networks

A complex labyrinth of man-made waterways and residential lakes typical of the South Florida interior.

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Orlando Outskirts

The transition into Central Florida's hilly terrain and the growing suburban landscape of Kissimmee.

Choose the left side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Everglades. It is also the better side for viewing the sheer scale of suburban development against the natural wetlands.

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Route Information

Distance: 286 km (178 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 29 min

Departure: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)

Arrival: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)

Route Type: Domestic

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