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LAX β FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the diverse landscapes ranging from the Sonoran Desert and White Sands to the sweeping Gulf Coast and the vast Everglades during arrival.
Salton Sea
A massive, shimmering inland lake that stands out sharply against the desert floor.
White Sands
The bright white gypsum dunes of New Mexico are clearly visible on a clear day.
The Mexican Border
Views of the Rio Grande and the sprawling border twin-cities like El Paso and JuΓ‘rez.
Gulf of Mexico Coast
Aerial views of the Louisiana bayous, offshore rigs, and the emerald waters of the Florida Panhandle.
The Everglades
A vast 'River of Grass' stretches to the horizon as you cross the Florida peninsula.
Atlantic Coastline
Stunning views of the turquoise Atlantic and the Fort Lauderdale shoreline during the final banking turns.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico. It also provides the best perspective of the Everglades and the South Florida coastline if the plane approaches from the west or loops over the ocean.
San Bernardino Mountains
Dramatic views of the high peaks and Big Bear Lake shortly after departing the LA basin.
Painted Desert
Vibrant and colorful rock formations visible as the flight crosses northern Arizona.
Meteor Crater
A nearly perfectly preserved impact site visible near Winslow, Arizona.
Mississippi River
The massive, winding waterway marks the transition into the lush Southeast United States.
Atlanta Perimeter
Depending on the flight corridor, the sprawling lights and dense forests of the Southeast are visible.
Lake Okeechobee
Florida's massive freshwater lake is a major landmark during the initial descent phase.
Choose the left side for interesting geological features like impact craters and river meanders. This side is better on morning flights to avoid direct southern sunlight and glare while crossing the desert states.
Distance: 3,763 km (2,338 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 26 min
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: Domestic
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