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PVD → RSW
Which side of the plane to sit from Theodore Francis Green State Airport (Providence) to Southwest Florida International Airport (Fort Myers)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the Atlantic coastline, the stunning barrier islands of the Outer Banks, and the transition into the tropical waters of Florida.
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Long Island South Shore
Clear views of the Hamptons and the long, sandy stretches of Fire Island shortly after departure.
The Jersey Shore
Aerial perspective of the iconic boardwalks and beach towns stretching from Asbury Park to Atlantic City.
Outer Banks (OBX)
The spectacular, narrow ribbon of islands off North Carolina, featuring the distinctive Cape Hatteras profile.
Lowcountry Estuaries
Intricate networks of salt marshes and tidal creeks near Charleston and Savannah.
The Space Coast
Distant views of the Kennedy Space Center and the prominent Cape Canaveral curvature as you enter Florida.
Sit on the left for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. This side is superior for coastal photography, especially when the flight path hugs the shoreline near the Carolinas. Polarized sunglasses are recommended to cut through the ocean's glare and better see the turquoise transitions of the continental shelf.
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Northeast Corridor
Distances views of the Manhattan skyline, Philadelphia, and the Baltimore-Washington urban sprawl.
Chesapeake Bay
A massive view of the largest estuary in the US, including its many inlets and the Bay Bridge.
Lake Okeechobee
Florida's massive inland sea, which is a key landmark during the descent into the Southwest region.
The Everglades
The 'River of Grass' provides a unique pattern of wetlands and cypress domes on the final approach.
Caloosahatchee River
The winding river that defines the Fort Myers landscape as the aircraft aligns for landing at RSW.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the American mainland. It provides a better look at the dense urban centers of the East Coast from a distance. During the final 20 minutes of flight, watch for the unique grid-like canal systems of Lehigh Acres and Cape Coral, which are hallmarks of South Florida's development.
Book Hotels in Fort MyersDistance: 1,936 km (1,203 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 35 min
Departure: PVD (41.732601, -71.42040300000001)
Arrival: RSW (26.53619956970215, -81.75520324707031)
Route Type: Domestic
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