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MYR → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Myrtle Beach International Airport (Myrtle Beach) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Atlantic coastline, the historic Charleston harbor, and the iconic Kennedy Space Center launch pads during the southbound descent.
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The Grand Strand
Immediate views of Myrtle Beach's continuous 60-mile stretch of beach upon departure.
Charleston Harbor
Aerial perspective of Fort Sumter and the distinctive Ravenel Bridge cables.
Sea Islands
The intricate marshlands and luxury estates of Hilton Head and St. Simons Island.
Cape Canaveral
A clear view of NASA's launch complexes and the massive Vehicle Assembly Building.
The Gold Coast
Stunning turquoise waters and coral reefs as you pass West Palm Beach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. During the descent, watch for the Kennedy Space Center; it is the most significant landmark on this route. If FLL is landing towards the west, you will get an incredible view of the Florida coastline just before touchdown.
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Lowcountry Forests
Expansive views of the dense pine forests and river basins of South Carolina and Georgia.
Okefenokee Swamp
The dark, prehistoric waters of the massive wetlands straddling the GA/FL border.
Lake Okeechobee
Florida's massive 'Inland Sea' is easily visible as a giant blue circle to the west.
The Everglades
The 'River of Grass' stretching toward the Gulf of Mexico during the final approach.
Fort Lauderdale Suburbs
Intricate canal systems and residential developments known as the 'Venice of America'.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Florida peninsula. Keep your camera ready for Lake Okeechobee about 25 minutes before landing. If the airport is using an easterly landing pattern, you will bank over the Everglades, providing excellent wildlife spotting opportunities from the air.
Book Hotels in Fort LauderdaleDistance: 854 km (531 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: MYR (33.6796989441, -78.9282989502)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: Domestic
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