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PHX → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer desert and wetland views, the Right Side provides superior views of the Gulf of Mexico coastline and the spectacular descent over the Florida Everglades and Fort Lauderdale beaches.
Sonoran Desert
Expansive views of the Arizona desert floor and the distant Mexican border mountains.
Texas Hill Country
Rolling limestone hills and the metropolitan areas of Austin or San Antonio depending on the track.
Emerald Coast
Stunning views of the white sand beaches and turquoise waters of the Florida Panhandle and Gulf Coast.
Tampa Bay
The crossing of the Florida peninsula often provides a clear view of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.
The Everglades
Aerial view of the 'River of Grass' with airboat trails and unique sawgrass patterns.
Fort Lauderdale Beach
On many approaches, a turn over the Atlantic provides a stunning view of the coastline and high-rises.
The right side is premier for the Florida arrival. During the afternoon, use your window shade to block the sun until you reach the Gulf. Look for the distinct line where the dark Everglades meet the urban sprawl of South Florida. If the flight lands from the east, you will get a panoramic view of the Atlantic coastline and Port Everglades.
Superstition Mountains
Dramatic volcanic peaks and rugged wilderness visible immediately after departure from Phoenix.
White Sands National Park
A glimpse of the shimmering white gypsum dunefields in southern New Mexico.
Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
The sprawling urban landscape of North Texas often visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Mississippi River Crossing
The massive, winding waterway marking the transition from the Great Plains to the Deep South.
Orlando Attractions
Distant views of major theme parks and Central Florida's many lakes during the descent.
Northern Everglades
The beginning of the vast subtropical wilderness as the plane turns toward the Atlantic coast.
Sit behind the wing for unobstructed views of the desert mountains early in the flight. This side is better if you want to avoid direct southern sun glare when flying eastbound during the middle of the day. Watch for the change in soil color from red desert to deep green forests as you cross the Mississippi.
Distance: 3,169 km (1,969 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 44 min
Departure: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: Domestic
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