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FLL → MSY
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (New Orleans)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of diverse landscapes, from the sawgrass prairies of the Everglades to the white sand beaches of the Florida Panhandle and the massive Lake Pontchartrain on arrival.
The Everglades
The 'River of Grass' stretching from Fort Lauderdale toward the Gulf Coast.
Florida Gulf Coast
Views of Naples, Fort Myers, and the barrier islands as the flight turns northwest.
Emerald Coast
Stunning white sand beaches of Destin and Pensacola visible during coastal routing.
Mobile Bay
The bustling port of Mobile, Alabama, and the long bridges of I-10.
Lake Pontchartrain Causeway
The world's longest continuous bridge over water, spanning 24 miles across the lake.
New Orleans Perimeter
Clear views of the levee systems and the cypress swamps surrounding the city.
Sit on the right for the iconic approach over Lake Pontchartrain. During sunset flights, the sun will be on the left, making the right side better for photography without glare. Watch for the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway as you descend; it is a spectacular engineering marvel from 10,000 feet.
Gulf of Mexico
Vast expanses of turquoise and deep blue waters during the mid-flight segment.
Offshore Oil Rigs
Industrial clusters and platforms visible as you approach the Louisiana coastline.
Mississippi River Delta
The unique 'bird's foot' delta formation and sediment-rich waterways where the river meets the sea.
Venice and Plaquemines
Remote fishing outposts and marshlands at the southernmost tip of Louisiana.
Look out about 20-30 minutes before landing to spot the intricate patterns of the Mississippi Delta. Mid-day flights provide the best sunlight to see the color contrast between the river silt and the deep Gulf water. If landing on Runway 11, you may get a closer look at the river's winding path.
Distance: 1,083 km (673 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Arrival: MSY (29.99340057373047, -90.25800323486328)
Route Type: Domestic
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