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IAG → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Niagara Falls International Airport (Niagara Falls) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Atlantic coastline, including the Outer Banks and the dramatic blue waters of the Florida coast upon arrival.
Niagara Falls & Buffalo
Aerial view of the Niagara River and the mist rising from the falls shortly after departure from IAG.
Chesapeake Bay
The intricate network of the bay, including the Bay Bridge-Tunnel and coastal inlets of Maryland.
Outer Banks
The iconic thin strip of barrier islands stretching along the coast of North Carolina.
Florida Gold Coast
Dense high-rises and white sand beaches of Palm Beach and Boca Raton during the descent.
Port Everglades
Crystal clear views of massive cruise ships and the industrial port as you align for the runway.
Sit on the left for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic. On the standard approach to FLL, planes often fly several miles out over the ocean before turning back west, offering a panoramic view of the coral reefs and turquoise water. Ensure your window is clear of condensation for the best photos of the falls at takeoff.
Lake Erie
Expansive views of the Great Lake and the Buffalo metropolitan shoreline as the plane gains altitude.
Appalachian Ridges
The rolling green terrain and folded ridges of the Appalachian mountain range through Pennsylvania.
Piedmont Plateau
The transition from the mountains to the flat coastal plain, dotted with inland reservoirs.
Lake Okeechobee
Florida's largest freshwater lake, appearing as a massive silver disc in the center of the state.
The Everglades
The vast 'River of Grass' and unique wetland patterns visible during the final approach phase.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while enjoying the sunset over the Everglades. Keep an eye out for the distinct grid patterns of South Florida's development meeting the natural edge of the wetlands. In winter, the contrast between the snowy North and tropical South is most evident from this side.
Distance: 1,897 km (1,179 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 32 min
Departure: IAG (43.1072998046875, -78.94619750976562)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: Domestic
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