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LGA → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Atlantic coastline, including the Outer Banks and the vibrant blue waters of the Florida coast during the final descent.
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Manhattan Skyline
Unmatched views of the Empire State Building and Midtown skyscrapers shortly after lifting off from LGA.
Jersey Shore
A bird's-eye view of the boardwalks and casinos of Atlantic City against the backdrop of the ocean.
Outer Banks
The dramatic, thin barrier islands of North Carolina stretching through the Atlantic's turquoise waves.
Charleston Coastline
Views of the historic South Carolina harbor and the winding waterways of the Lowcountry.
Florida Gold Coast
Breathtaking views of the white sand beaches and coral reefs as you descend toward Fort Lauderdale.
For morning flights, the left side will face the rising sun, which can cause significant glare; opt for this side on afternoon flights for the best lighting. On arrival at FLL, the left side often sees the cruise ships docked at Port Everglades if the wind is from the east.
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Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
A great view of the massive bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn during the climb out.
Chesapeake Bay
Panoramic views of the largest estuary in the United States and its network of tributaries.
Georgia Wetlands
The intricate, fractal-like patterns of the coastal salt marshes near Savannah.
The Everglades
The vast 'River of Grass' wilderness is often visible to the west during the final approach into FLL.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. If the flight path takes a more inland route due to weather, the right side offers better views of the Appalachian foothills in the far distance and the sprawling suburban landscapes of the Eastern Seaboard.
Book Hotels in Fort LauderdaleDistance: 1,735 km (1,078 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: Domestic
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