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FPO → MIA
Which side of the plane to sit from Grand Bahama International Airport (Freeport) to Miami International Airport (Miami)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the Caribbean, the right side is superior for the iconic Miami approach, featuring the turquoise reefs of the West End and the famous South Beach skyline and cruise port.
Little Bahama Bank
Incredible patterns of sand bars and coral reefs near the West End of Grand Bahama Island.
Miami Beach
A perfect bird's-eye view of the white sand coastline and the Art Deco buildings of South Beach.
PortMiami
See the massive cruise ships docked at the 'Cruise Capital of the World' as you fly toward the airport.
Downtown Miami Skyline
A spectacular view of the high-rise towers in the Brickell financial district and downtown core.
Star and Palm Islands
View the exclusive man-made islands in the bay, home to many celebrity mansions.
The right side is the 'money shot' side for this route. Request a seat in front of the wing to get unobstructed photos of the Miami skyline during the final descent. For the best lighting on the city buildings, choose an afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the skyline from the west.
Grand Bahama Shoreline
Aerial views of the southern coast of Freeport and the pristine beaches near Lucayan National Park.
The Gulf Stream
Watch the dramatic water color change from the shallow turquoise banks to the deep indigo of the Florida Straits.
Biscayne National Park
As you descend, look for the northernmost Florida Keys and the preserved marine ecosystems of the bay.
Stiltsville
Look for the historic group of wooden houses built on stilts in the middle of the shallow flats of Biscayne Bay.
Cape Florida Lighthouse
The historic brick lighthouse standing at the southern tip of Key Biscayne.
Sit on the left if you prefer nature and shallow-water photography. This side is better for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready as you pass Stiltsville, which is a unique landmark visible only from low altitudes.
Distance: 180 km (112 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 18 min
Departure: FPO (26.5587005615, -78.695602417)
Arrival: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Route Type: International
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