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PTY → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Tocumen International Airport (Panama City) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Panama City skyline upon departure and the vibrant turquoise waters of the Bahamas and Florida coast during the arrival.
Panama City Skyline
Dramatic views of the dense skyscraper clusters and the Cinta Costera waterfront.
Guna Yala Islands
Distant glimpses of the San Blas archipelago's white sand keys scattered in the Caribbean Sea.
Great Bahama Bank
The striking transition from deep ocean blue to neon turquoise over the shallow Bahamian reefs.
Florida Gold Coast
Stunning views of the Atlantic beaches, high-rise condos, and Port Everglades just before landing.
Sit on the right for the best urban views of Panama City. During the descent, the turquoise waters of the Bahamas are most vivid on this side. Late afternoon flights offer a beautiful golden hour glow over the Atlantic coastline.
Panama Canal
Aerial perspective of the Pacific entrance and the Miraflores Locks shortly after takeoff.
Soberania National Park
Dense tropical rainforest landscapes as the aircraft heads north toward the Caribbean.
Western Cuba
Views of the Zapata Peninsula and the rugged coastline of central Cuba during the mid-flight crossing.
The Everglades
The expansive 'River of Grass' wetlands visible during the final descent into South Florida.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side is superior for observing the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal's lock system immediately after departure from PTY.
Distance: 1,892 km (1,176 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min
Departure: PTY (9.0713596344, -79.3834991455)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: International
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