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MSP → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers the most iconic landmarks, including a bird's-eye view of the Appalachian Mountains and the stunning transition from the Atlantic Ocean to the Florida coastline during the final descent.
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St. Croix Confluence
The scenic meeting point of the Mississippi and St. Croix rivers shortly after departure.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The ancient, rolling ridges of the Appalachian range visible during the mid-flight transition.
Atlanta Skyline
A high-altitude view of Georgia's capital and the sprawling Hartsfield-Jackson airport hub.
The Space Coast
Distant views of the Kennedy Space Center and the thin barrier islands of eastern Florida.
Atlantic Coastline
The transition from deep blue ocean to the white sand beaches of Fort Lauderdale on approach.
Opt for the left side on early morning flights to see the sun rise over the Atlantic, though window shades may be needed for glare. During winter months, the contrast between the snowy Midwest and the green Florida peninsula is most striking on this side. As you descend, look for the V-shaped wake of boats in the Intracoastal Waterway.
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Heartland Grid
The precise geometric patterns of Iowa and Illinois farmlands as the flight heads south.
Tennessee River
Wide, winding stretches of the river and its numerous scenic reservoirs in the South.
Lake Okeechobee
Florida's massive inland 'inland sea,' often appearing as a vast silver disk from the air.
The Everglades
The iconic 'River of Grass' wetlands stretching toward the horizon as you descend.
Intricate Canals
The unique waterfront residential layouts and 'Venice of America' canal systems of FLL.
The right side is premier for sunset flights, offering golden hour views over the vast Everglades. It provides a superior perspective of Lake Okeechobee's massive scale and the complex canal networks that define South Florida's urban planning. In late summer, keep an eye out for towering afternoon thunderstorms building over the Florida interior.
Book Hotels in Fort LauderdaleDistance: 2,396 km (1,489 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 12 min
Departure: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: Domestic
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