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PSM → SFB
Which side of the plane to sit from Portsmouth International at Pease Airport (Portsmouth) to Orlando Sanford International Airport (Sanford)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an incredible sequence of America's most iconic cityscapes, including Boston, New York, and Washington D.C., followed by the lush greenery of the southern states.
Boston & New England
Witness the dense urban layout of Boston and the winding Charles River as you head south from New Hampshire.
Manhattan Skyline
On clear days, the entire New York City archipelago, including the skyscrapers of Midtown and the Hudson River, is visible to the west.
Chesapeake Bay
View the massive estuary system of the Chesapeake, including the bridges connecting Maryland's eastern and western shores.
Appalachian Foothills
As you move through Virginia and the Carolinas, the rolling green terrain of the Piedmont and distant mountain silhouettes emerge.
Florida Lake Region
Final approach into SFB reveals the 'Land of a Thousand Lakes,' with Lake Jesup and Lake Monroe flanking the airport area.
Sit on the right for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the mainland. To see NYC, keep a close watch about 35-45 minutes after takeoff. This side is also better for spotting the unique geography of the Florida Everglades and central wetlands as you approach Sanford.
Cape Cod & Islands
Shortly after departure from PSM, look out for the distinctive hook of Cape Cod and the islands of Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.
Atlantic Horizon
A vast, unobstructed view of the Atlantic Ocean, particularly stunning during sunrise flights as the light reflects off the water.
Outer Banks
Depending on the flight path, the thin, sandy strips of North Carolina's barrier islands are often visible against the deep blue sea.
Daytona Beach
During the descent into Sanford, you may see the famous hard-packed sands of Daytona Beach and the Ponce de Leon Inlet.
The left side is superior for early morning departures, providing a front-row seat to the sunrise over the Atlantic. Use a polarising filter for photography to reduce the glare off the ocean surface. During winter months, the coastline is often clearer due to lower humidity.
Distance: 1,843 km (1,145 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: PSM (43.0778999329, -70.8233032227)
Arrival: SFB (28.7775993347168, -81.23750305175781)
Route Type: Domestic
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