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PIE → LEX
Which side of the plane to sit from St Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (St. Petersburg) to Blue Grass Airport (Lexington KY)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the initial departure over Tampa Bay, potential views of the Appalachian foothills, and the most iconic views of Kentucky's rolling horse country during the final approach.
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Tampa Bay & Skyway
Panoramic views of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the St. Petersburg waterfront during the initial ascent.
Atlanta Skyline
On many common flight paths, the skyscrapers of downtown Atlanta are visible in the distance to the east.
Daniel Boone National Forest
Expansive views of dense Appalachian canopy and the rolling foothills as you enter Kentucky airspace.
Bluegrass Horse Farms
The quintessential Lexington view of emerald green pastures, white fences, and historic estates during the descent.
This is the 'scenic side' for the approach into LEX; it typically offers the best look at the iconic Thoroughbred farms. For morning flights, be aware of sun glare. Look out for the massive Lake Cumberland in Southern Kentucky about 20-25 minutes before landing.
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Florida Nature Coast
Aerial views of the marshy shorelines and winding inlets of the Florida Gulf Coast shortly after takeoff.
Suwannee River
Look for the winding, dark waters of this historic river as it cuts through the dense forests of Northern Florida.
Tennessee River
A massive, winding waterway visible as the flight crosses the border between Alabama and Tennessee.
Cumberland Plateau
Distinctive ridges and deep valleys marking the transition into the more rugged terrain of Southern Kentucky.
Sit on this side for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight, or for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico during the initial climb. It is also the better side for viewing the sprawling wilderness of the Apalachicola area to the west.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,140 km (708 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: PIE (27.91020012, -82.68740082)
Arrival: LEX (38.0364990234375, -84.60590362548828)
Route Type: Domestic
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