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MHT → TPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (Manchester NH) to Tampa International Airport (Tampa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning continuous view of the U.S. Eastern Seaboard, featuring the dramatic Outer Banks, coastal wetlands, and the potential to see the Kennedy Space Center during the descent into Florida.
Long Island and Jersey Shore
Aerial views of the extensive sandy beaches and coastal barrier islands stretching from New York through New Jersey.
Delmarva Peninsula
The intricate waterways of the Chesapeake Bay transition into the vast Atlantic Ocean as you fly south.
The Outer Banks
A spectacular bird's-eye view of the narrow strip of barrier islands including Cape Hatteras and Ocracoke.
Charleston Harbor
Spot the historic South Carolina coastline and the distinct geometric patterns of the coastal salt marshes.
The Space Coast
On a clear day, look for the Launch Pads at Cape Canaveral and the Vehicle Assembly Building as you cross into Florida.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. The highlight is the Outer Banks; keep your eyes peeled about 60-90 minutes into the flight for the distinctive 'hook' of North Carolina's coast. During the winter, look for the stark contrast between the deep blue Gulf Stream and the shallower coastal waters.
Northeast Megalopolis
Distant views of the urban corridors including the outskirts of Boston, New York City, and Philadelphia.
Appalachian Piedmont
The rolling green hills and forested terrain of the inland Eastern United States.
Central Florida Lakes
The descent into TPA often showcases the thousands of circular freshwater lakes dotting the Florida interior.
Tampa Bay & Skyway
As the plane turns for its final approach, you will get a panoramic view of the massive Tampa Bay and the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.
The right side is superior for sunset flights, offering views of the sun dipping over the Gulf of Mexico during the final 30 minutes. It also provides the best views of the Tampa city skyline and the stadium district during the final approach into TPA. If you prefer city lights over ocean expanses, this is the side for you.
Distance: 1,939 km (1,205 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 35 min
Departure: MHT (42.932598, -71.435699)
Arrival: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Route Type: Domestic
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