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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a stunning sequence of the Atlantic coastline, the St. Johns River, and the iconic Kennedy Space Center before sweeping into the urban sprawl of the Gold Coast.

Left Side Highlights
8.2
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Atlantic Coastline

Breathtaking views of the transition from the green mainland to the deep blue Atlantic as the flight tracks south.

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St. Johns River

The wide, winding river near Jacksonville serves as a major geographical marker visible for miles.

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Kennedy Space Center

Spot the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and the historic launch pads along the Cape Canaveral coast.

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The Gold Coast

A continuous stretch of sandy beaches and turquoise water from West Palm Beach down to Fort Lauderdale.

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Fort Lauderdale Skyline

Enjoy a bird's-eye view of the city's high-rises and intricate canal systems during the final descent.

Choose the left side for morning departures to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. This side offers the best perspective of Florida's barrier islands. Look for the distinctive 'elbow' of Cape Canaveral roughly 45 minutes into the flight. During winter months, the high sun angle enhances the visibility of coral reefs and sandbars near the shore.

Right Side Highlights
7.4
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Georgia Lowcountry

Dense pine forests and river basins characteristic of the Southern interior landscape.

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Okefenokee Swamp

A vast, dark wetland straddling the Georgia-Florida line, appearing as a massive prehistoric landscape.

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Orlando Lakes

On clear days, the cluster of central Florida lakes and the distant silhouettes of theme park structures are visible.

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Lake Okeechobee

Florida's 'Inland Sea,' easily recognizable by its massive circular shape and surrounding dikes.

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The Everglades

The iconic 'River of Grass' stretches to the horizon just before touchdown at FLL.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. Keep a lookout for Lake Okeechobee, which looks like a giant blue hole in the center of the Florida peninsula. If the aircraft approaches FLL from the west, you will have a front-row seat to the sawgrass marshes of the Everglades. Polarized sunglasses are recommended to cut through the reflection of the numerous Florida lakes.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,001 km (622 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min

Departure: GSP (34.895698547399995, -82.2189025879)

Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)

Route Type: Domestic

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