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FLL → RIC
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale) to Richmond International Airport (Richmond)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular coastal views of the Atlantic shoreline, the Space Coast's launch facilities, and the iconic Outer Banks barrier islands.
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Florida Gold Coast
Aerial perspectives of the white sand beaches stretching from Fort Lauderdale toward Palm Beach.
Kennedy Space Center
Unrivaled views of launch pads LC-39A/B and the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at Cape Canaveral.
The Outer Banks
The thin ribbon of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina, including Cape Hatteras.
Hampton Roads
The world's largest naval base at Norfolk and the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay.
James River Loops
The winding, scenic path of the James River as it meanders through the Virginia countryside toward Richmond.
The right side is the premier choice for coastal scenery. For the best experience, book an afternoon flight to avoid glare from the sun over the ocean. Keep your camera ready about 25-30 minutes into the flight for the Space Center, and look for the distinctive L-shape of the Outer Banks roughly mid-flight.
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The Everglades
Vast stretches of Florida's unique sawgrass marshes and wetlands immediately after takeoff.
Lake Okeechobee
The massive 'Inland Sea' of Florida, clearly visible as the flight tracks north-northwest.
Orlando Metro
Views of the sprawling theme park capital of the world and its numerous surrounding lakes.
Richmond Skyline
A close-up view of Virginia's capital city and the historic James River during the final descent.
Sit on the left for better lighting during morning flights as the sun remains on the opposite side. This side is ideal for spotting the dense wetlands of the Florida interior and the urban sprawl of the Piedmont region. Watch for the Richmond city center if the aircraft approaches from the north.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,299 km (807 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Arrival: RIC (37.50519943237305, -77.3197021484375)
Route Type: Domestic
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