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LGA → EYW
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Key West International Airport (Key West)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is exceptional for capturing the iconic Manhattan skyline immediately after departure from LGA and offers a superior view of the Everglades and the Gulf of Mexico's emerald waters during the final approach to Key West.
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Manhattan Skyline
Spectacular, close-up views of the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Financial District if departing south.
Jersey Shore
Follow the famous coastline with views of Atlantic City and the diverse coastal inlets of New Jersey.
Everglades National Park
A vast, prehistoric landscape of sawgrass marshes and winding water channels as you cross the Florida peninsula.
Seven Mile Bridge
Spot the engineering marvel of the Overseas Highway connecting the middle and lower keys.
Gulf of Mexico Approach
Stunning views of shallow sandbars and coral reefs as the plane descends over the Gulf into Key West.
The right side is the 'money' side for the LGA departure; if the plane takes off towards the north and turns south, the view of Manhattan is unrivaled. For the arrival into EYW, sit on the right for the iconic view of the Gulf's vibrant greens and blues. Late afternoon flights on this side offer incredible sunset views over the water as you land.
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New York Harbor
Aerial views of the Statue of Liberty and the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge during the initial climb out of NYC.
Outer Banks
The thin, sandy ribbon of North Carolina's barrier islands visible against the deep blue Atlantic.
Miami & South Beach
Glittering views of the Miami skyline and the distinct turquoise coastline of the Florida Gold Coast.
The Florida Keys Chain
A top-down perspective of the archipelago stretching from Key Largo down toward Marathon.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, ensuring better visibility of the Atlantic coastline. During arrival, the left side offers the best view of the reef side of the Keys, though you may experience more glare if flying in the afternoon.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,947 km (1,210 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 36 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: EYW (24.55610084533691, -81.75959777832031)
Route Type: Domestic
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