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FPO → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Grand Bahama International Airport (Freeport) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a continuous panorama of the Florida and Georgia coastlines, including a spectacular view of the turquoise Bahamian banks transitioning into the deep Atlantic.
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West End Reefs
Stunning views of the coral formations and turquoise shallows as you depart Grand Bahama.
The Gulf Stream
The dramatic deep blue line where the shallow Bahama Banks meet the powerful Atlantic current.
Florida Gold Coast
Aerial perspectives of West Palm Beach and the dense urban corridor of the Florida coastline.
St. Johns River
The massive river winding through Jacksonville before it empties into the Atlantic Ocean.
Savannah Marshes
The intricate, labyrinthine patterns of the Georgia Lowcountry salt marshes and tidal creeks.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to have the sun behind you for photography. Keep your camera ready during the first 15 minutes for the water color transitions. Look for the Savannah river delta approximately 45 minutes into the flight.
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An uninterrupted view of the vast Atlantic Ocean and the curvature of the Earth.
Golden Isles
Views of Georgia's barrier islands including Jekyll and St. Simons as the flight turns inland.
Hilton Head
The distinctive shape of South Carolina's premier resort island and its numerous golf courses.
Lake Oconee
A large, jagged reservoir in central Georgia often visible during the initial descent into Atlanta.
Piedmont Forests
The rolling hills and dense pine forests of the Georgia interior as you approach the city.
The right side is preferred for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. During the final approach into ATL, watch for the sprawling suburban landscapes and the large man-made reservoirs that dot the Georgia countryside.
Book Hotels in AtlantaDistance: 961 km (597 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: FPO (26.5587005615, -78.695602417)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: International
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