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LGA → MIA
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Miami International Airport (Miami)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a premier coastal journey, showcasing the Atlantic shoreline, the unique geography of the Outer Banks, and the iconic launch pads of Cape Canaveral before arriving in Florida.
Manhattan Skyline
Unrivaled views of the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the financial district shortly after takeoff from LGA.
Jersey Shore
Bird's-eye view of the coastal boardwalks and the bright lights of Atlantic City's casino row.
Outer Banks
The thin ribbons of sand making up North Carolina's barrier islands, contrasting sharply with the deep blue Atlantic.
Kennedy Space Center
Visuals of the Merritt Island launch pads and the massive Vehicle Assembly Building where rockets are prepped.
Biscayne Bay
Turquoise waters and the high-rise towers of Miami Beach and PortMiami during the final approach.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun which will be on the right side. This side is superior for coastal landmarks; keep your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing for the Space Coast. In winter, these morning flights offer crisp, clear visibility of the entire Atlantic seaboard.
Hudson River
Dramatic views of the George Washington Bridge and the western edge of Manhattan and New Jersey.
I-95 Corridor
Distant sightings of major metropolitan hubs including Philadelphia, Baltimore, and the Washington D.C. area.
Lake Okeechobee
Florida's 'Inland Sea' is easily identifiable as a massive circular body of water in the center of the state.
The Everglades
The vast 'River of Grass' wetlands stretching toward the Gulf of Mexico, best seen during the descent into MIA.
Miami Suburbs
The intricate, geometric sprawl of West Miami and Coral Gables as the plane lines up for the runway.
Select the right side for late afternoon or evening flights to experience stunning sunsets over the Appalachian foothills and the Everglades. If the flight path takes an inland route (common during stormy weather over the ocean), the right side provides better views of the transition from forest to the tropical Florida landscape.
Distance: 1,768 km (1,099 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Route Type: Domestic
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