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RDU → MIA
Which side of the plane to sit from Raleigh Durham International Airport (Raleigh-durham) to Miami International Airport (Miami)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Atlantic coastline, featuring historic harbor cities, the iconic Kennedy Space Center, and the turquoise waters of the Florida Gold Coast upon descent.
Atlantic Coastline
Continuous views of the transition between the deep blue Atlantic and the varied shorelines of the Carolinas and Georgia.
Charleston Harbor
Look for the Ravenel Bridge and the historic battery as you pass over the South Carolina coast.
Cape Canaveral
Visible as a prominent protrusion on the Florida coast, home to Kennedy Space Center and massive launch pads.
Florida Gold Coast
Stunning aerial views of West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and the high-rise condos of Sunny Isles Beach.
Biscayne Bay
On final approach, see the crystal-clear waters and islands separating Miami Beach from the mainland.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic, though bring sunglasses for the glare. During the descent into MIA, this side provides the best view of the Miami Beach shoreline and the cruise ship terminal at PortMiami.
Piedmont Forests
Vast stretches of pine and deciduous forests across North Carolina and Georgia shortly after takeoff.
Jacksonville & St. Johns River
The winding St. Johns River and the urban sprawl of North Florida's largest city.
Orlando Lake District
A patchwork of thousands of small lakes and a distant view of central Florida's major theme park structures.
Lake Okeechobee
The massive, saucer-shaped 'Inland Sea' of Florida, easily recognizable by its circular dike.
The Everglades
The 'River of Grass' comes into focus during the arrival sequence, showing vast wetlands and sawgrass marshes.
Choose the right side for late afternoon or evening flights to enjoy the sunset without direct sun hitting your window. As you enter South Florida, look for the unique geometric patterns of the Everglades' water management canals and the sudden transition from nature to urban density.
Distance: 1,130 km (702 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: RDU (35.877601623535156, -78.7874984741211)
Arrival: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Route Type: Domestic
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