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MKE → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from General Mitchell International Airport (Milwaukee) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Appalachian Mountains and the picturesque Atlantic coastline during the descent into South Florida.
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Lake Michigan Shoreline
Panoramic views of the Wisconsin and Illinois coastlines immediately following departure from Milwaukee.
Cincinnati & Ohio River
Clear sightlines of the winding Ohio River and the dense urban layout of the Cincinnati metro area.
Great Smoky Mountains
Breathtaking views of the misty blue ridges and deep valleys of the southern Appalachian range.
The Space Coast
Distant views of Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center as the flight tracks south along the Florida peninsula.
Atlantic Coastline
Visuals of the turquoise waters and white sand beaches of the Gold Coast during the final approach phase.
Book an early morning flight to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean as you track toward Florida. The left side is particularly strategic if the aircraft performs a coastal approach, providing a full view of the beachfront high-rises in Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood.
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Iconic views of the Willis Tower and the dense skyscraper cluster of the Windy City shortly after takeoff.
Atlanta Hub
A high-altitude look at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, often visible as the flight passes over Georgia.
Lake Okeechobee
The massive scale of Florida's largest freshwater lake is easily identifiable from cruising altitude.
The Everglades
The 'River of Grass' wetlands appear as a vast, shimmering green expanse during the descent.
Canal Suburbs
Unique aerial perspectives of the intricate residential canal systems that define West Broward County.
This side is optimal for late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. It offers the best views of the Chicago skyline approximately 15 minutes after departure. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain from the rolling hills of the Southeast to the flat, watery expanse of the Florida Everglades.
Book Hotels in Fort LauderdaleDistance: 2,004 km (1,245 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 40 min
Departure: MKE (42.94720077514648, -87.89659881591797)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: Domestic
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