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ORF → MIA
Which side of the plane to sit from Norfolk International Airport (Norfolk) to Miami International Airport (Miami)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the Atlantic coastline, including the Outer Banks, historic harbor cities like Charleston, and a clear view of the Kennedy Space Center before the scenic arrival over Miami Beach.
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Chesapeake Bay & VA Beach
Aerial views of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and the sprawling coastline of Virginia Beach immediately after departure.
The Outer Banks
The iconic thin strip of North Carolina barrier islands and lighthouses visible against the deep blue of the Atlantic.
Charleston Harbor
The historic geometric layout of downtown Charleston and the Ravenel Bridge spanning the Cooper River.
Kennedy Space Center
Spot the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and the launch pads of Cape Canaveral as you pass the Florida Space Coast.
Miami Beach & Biscayne Bay
On approach, enjoy spectacular views of turquoise waters, luxury islands, and the high-rise skyline of South Beach.
Choose a window seat on the left (typically 'A') for sunrise views over the ocean on morning flights. During the final approach into MIA, the plane often maneuvers over the water, providing a cinematic view of the Florida coastline. Keep your camera ready as you pass Central Florida for a chance to see NASA's launch infrastructure.
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Great Dismal Swamp
A vast, dark green expanse of wetlands and canals straddling the border of Virginia and North Carolina.
Lake Marion & Lake Moultrie
Large inland reservoirs in South Carolina providing a beautiful contrast to the surrounding forested terrain.
Orlando Lake District
As the flight crosses the Florida peninsula, observe the thousands of circular lakes and the sprawling theme park resorts.
The Everglades
The 'River of Grass' stretching toward the horizon, visible as the aircraft begins its western descent into the Miami area.
Florida Sunsets
On late afternoon or evening flights, this side offers a spectacular view of the sun setting over the Gulf of Mexico in the distance.
Sit on the right side for the best sunset views on evening flights. This side is also better for observing the unique suburban 'grid' of South Florida's expansion and the vast wilderness of the Everglades during the final descent. In summer, watch for the massive, towering 'anvil' clouds that form over the Florida interior in the afternoons.
Book Hotels in MiamiDistance: 1,294 km (804 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: ORF (36.89459991455078, -76.20120239257812)
Arrival: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Route Type: Domestic
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