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LGA → TPA
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Tampa International Airport (Tampa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is the definitive choice for this route, providing an unparalleled view of the Manhattan skyline immediately after takeoff and the pristine Gulf of Mexico beaches during the approach into Tampa.
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Manhattan Skyline
An iconic view of Central Park, the Empire State Building, and One World Trade Center shortly after departure.
Northeast Corridor
Spot the dense urban grids of Philadelphia, Baltimore, and the distinct layout of Washington D.C.
Chesapeake Bay
Look for the massive spans of the Bay Bridge and the intricate river systems feeding into the Atlantic.
Gulf Coast Beaches
Enjoy views of Clearwater Beach and the barrier islands of Pinellas County during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, reducing glare. For the best Manhattan view, look out early after takeoff. During the TPA landing, the right side typically offers views of the Gulf of Mexico's white sands if the aircraft approaches from the north.
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Brooklyn Waterfront
View the industrial and residential transformation of the Brooklyn shoreline and the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge.
Atlantic Barrier Islands
See the continuous chain of islands stretching from New Jersey down to the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
Tampa Bay
As the plane descends, you get a wide-angle view of the bay's turquoise waters and the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.
Sit on the left for morning flights to watch the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. However, be prepared for significant sun glare during the first half of the trip. This side is better if the flight path stays closer to the coast over the Carolinas and Georgia.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,628 km (1,012 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Route Type: Domestic
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