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LAX → TPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to Tampa International Airport (Tampa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior experience with diverse views of the Sonoran Desert, the industrial beauty of the Gulf Coast, and a stunning approach over the turquoise waters of Tampa Bay.
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Sonoran Desert
Expansive views of the Saguaro-dotted desert and the rugged terrain of Southern Arizona.
El Paso & Juarez
A unique aerial perspective of the border crossing and the Rio Grande river valley.
Mississippi Delta
The intricate web of bayous and wetlands where the great river meets the Gulf of Mexico.
New Orleans
Clear views of Lake Pontchartrain and the distinct crescent shape of the city skyline.
Clearwater Beach
Pristine white sand shorelines and turquoise Gulf waters on the final approach into TPA.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights, offering spectacular colors over the Gulf of Mexico. During arrival, sit on the right for the best views of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the Tampa Bay coastline. It is the more scenic choice for the final 20 minutes of the flight.
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San Gabriel Mountains
Immediate views of the snow-capped peaks northeast of Los Angeles upon departure.
High Desert Landscapes
Vibrant red rock formations and arid terrain across Northern Arizona and New Mexico.
Mississippi River Crossing
A massive, winding silver ribbon cutting through the lush green floodplains of the South.
Northern Florida Forests
Dense canopy of pine and oak forests during the initial descent into the panhandle.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Watch for the Grand Canyon in the far distance on northern-skewed flight paths. This side provides excellent views of the Inland Empire's urban sprawl shortly after takeoff.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 3,466 km (2,154 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 5 min
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Route Type: Domestic
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