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MIA → JAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Jacksonville International Airport (Jacksonville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the Atlantic coastline, the turquoise waters of the Florida shelf, and the iconic launch pads of the Space Coast.
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Miami Beach
Stunning views of the Art Deco district, high-rises, and the vibrant blue waters of Biscayne Bay.
Kennedy Space Center
Spot the Vehicle Assembly Building and historic launch pads at Cape Canaveral during the mid-flight transit.
Intracoastal Waterway
The continuous ribbon of protected water and barrier islands stretching along the entire Florida coast.
Historic St. Augustine
The oldest city in the United States, including views of the star-shaped Castillo de San Marcos fort.
Jacksonville Beaches
Wide, sandy Atlantic beaches and the iconic fishing piers as the plane begins its descent into JAX.
Morning flights are best on the right side to watch the sun rise over the Atlantic Ocean. This side is superior for coastal photography; look for the distinct color change in the water where the continental shelf begins.
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Everglades National Park
Aerial views of the 'River of Grass' and unique wetland ecosystems immediately after takeoff from Miami.
Lake Okeechobee
Florida's largest freshwater lake, appearing as a massive blue expanse in the center of the peninsula.
Central Florida Lakes
A dense cluster of circular lakes and wetlands surrounding the Orlando metropolitan area.
St. Johns River
The unique northward-flowing river that snakes through the landscape as you approach Jacksonville.
Ocala National Forest
A vast green canopy of sand pines and oak scrub visible during the northern leg of the flight.
The left side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Florida interior without the glare of the Atlantic. It provides a better perspective of Florida's unique swamp and lake topography.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 540 km (336 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: JAX (30.49410057067871, -81.68789672851562)
Route Type: Domestic
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