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ROA → SFB
Which side of the plane to sit from Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport (Roanoke VA) to Orlando Sanford International Airport (Sanford)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the expansive Smith Mountain Lake shortly after takeoff and breathtaking views of the Atlantic coastline and St. Johns River as you descend into Florida.
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Smith Mountain Lake
A massive, winding reservoir in Virginia known for its crystal blue waters and jagged shoreline, visible minutes after departure.
Raleigh-Durham Area
View the sprawling Research Triangle Park and the urban clusters of central North Carolina from high altitude.
Lowcountry Marshes
The intricate network of golden salt marshes and winding tidal creeks along the Georgia and South Carolina border.
Historic St. Augustine
A glimpse of the oldest city in the U.S. and its iconic Spanish fortress, the Castillo de San Marcos, near the coastline.
St. Johns River
The winding, dark waters of Florida's longest river as it meanders through the lush vegetation north of Sanford.
Book a window seat on the left for a morning flight to catch the sunrise reflecting off the Atlantic. As the plane descends into SFB, watch for the distinct white sand beaches of the North Florida coast before the plane turns inland. This side avoids the direct afternoon sun during the southbound trek.
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Blue Ridge Mountains
Rugged, forest-covered peaks of the Appalachian range visible immediately upon climbing out of Roanoke.
Charlotte Skyline
The towering skyscrapers of the Queen City, often visible along with the massive expanse of Lake Norman to the north.
Augusta National
If the flight path is westerly, you may spot the iconic emerald-green fairways of this world-famous golf course in Georgia.
Okefenokee Swamp
A vast, prehistoric-looking peat-filled wetland straddling the Georgia-Florida line, appearing as a dark, dense forest from above.
Lake Monroe
The large lake adjacent to the Orlando Sanford International Airport, providing a scenic backdrop for the final approach.
The right side is perfect for sunset views if you are flying in the late afternoon. Keep an eye out for the distinctive grid patterns of South Carolina farmland and the numerous circular 'Carolina Bays' (natural depressions) that dot the landscape. Be aware that the afternoon sun can make this side quite warm.
Book Hotels in SanfordDistance: 958 km (595 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: ROA (37.3255, -79.975403)
Arrival: SFB (28.7775993347168, -81.23750305175781)
Route Type: Domestic
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