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PHL → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior scenic experience, featuring the dramatic transition from the Atlantic Ocean to the barrier islands of the Outer Banks and the historic Kennedy Space Center.
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Atlantic Coastline
Enjoy panoramic views of the deep blue Atlantic as the flight tracks parallel to the Eastern Seaboard.
The Outer Banks
See the iconic thin ribbon of islands and lighthouses that make up North Carolina's barrier islands.
Charleston Harbor
Look for the historic battery and the Cooper River bridge as you fly over the South Carolina coast.
Kennedy Space Center
Spot the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and launch pads on the Merritt Island peninsula.
The Gold Coast
Final approach offers views of the turquoise waters and dense high-rises along the South Florida shoreline.
Choose the left side (port) for coastal scenery. This side is best during the afternoon when the sun is to the west, illuminating the ocean and beaches. Coastal visibility is often highest in the cooler, less humid winter months. Watch for the Space Coast 20 minutes before arrival.
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Chesapeake Bay
Aerial views of the massive bay and the complex network of inlets and rivers along the western shore.
Carolina Pine Barrens
Dense expanses of forest and agricultural lands typical of the inland Mid-Atlantic and South.
Lake Okeechobee
The 'Big O' is often visible to the west as the flight crosses into Central Florida.
The Everglades
Witness the vast, untouched 'River of Grass' ecosystem stretching toward the horizon just before landing.
Suburban Waterways
Observe the unique canal-front homes and suburban grids that define the Fort Lauderdale landscape.
The right side (starboard) is preferred for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. It offers a great perspective of the mainland landscape and a front-row seat to the sun setting over the Everglades on evening arrivals. Look for the massive Lake Okeechobee on the western horizon.
Book Hotels in Fort LauderdaleDistance: 1,601 km (995 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: Domestic
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