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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers a more scenic approach into the Pacific Northwest, providing the most iconic close-up views of Mount Rainier and the Cascade Range upon descent.

Right Side Highlights
8.7
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Emerald Coast

Stunning views of the white sand beaches and turquoise waters of the Florida Panhandle and Alabama coastline.

💧

Mississippi River

A clear view of the massive, winding American waterway as the flight crosses into the central United States.

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Wyoming Rockies

Deep views into the rugged northern Rocky Mountain ranges, often snow-covered well into the summer months.

🌋

Mount Rainier

An unparalleled, close-up aerial view of Washington's most iconic peak as the plane prepares for landing.

🏙️

Seattle Skyline

Excellent views of the Space Needle, downtown skyscrapers, and Elliott Bay if the plane approaches from the north.

The right side is the 'money seat' for the approach into Seattle. Most arrivals from the southeast fly just west of Mt. Rainier, putting the massive volcano directly outside your window. Be sure to have your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing.

Left Side Highlights
8.1
🐊

The Everglades

Direct views of the expansive Florida wetlands and the unique 'River of Grass' shortly after takeoff from Miami.

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Southwestern Deserts

Vibrant views of the red rock formations, plateaus, and deep canyons of the Utah-Arizona border region.

🧂

Great Salt Lake

The striking visual contrast of the turquoise water against the brilliant white salt flats of Northern Utah.

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Olympic Mountains

Distant views of the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Olympic Peninsula as the flight nears the coast.

🌊

Puget Sound

A beautiful perspective of the intricate islands and deep blue waterways during the final approach maneuvers.

Sit on the left to avoid the harshest direct sunlight on westbound afternoon flights. This side is also excellent for viewing the sprawling Florida coastline during departure and the vast arid beauty of the Great Basin mid-flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,379 km (2,721 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 9 min

Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)

Arrival: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)

Route Type: Domestic

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