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RSW β†’ IND

Our Recommendation
7.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Florida coastline upon departure and offers a front-row seat to the urban landscapes of Nashville and Louisville during the transit north.

Left Side Highlights
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Gulf Coast Shoreline

Immediately after takeoff from RSW, enjoy expansive views of the white sand beaches and turquoise waters of Sanibel and Captiva Islands.

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Tampa Bay & Skyway Bridge

Depending on the flight path, look for the iconic yellow cables of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge stretching across the mouth of Tampa Bay.

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Nashville Skyline

As the flight crosses Tennessee, the distinct 'Batman Building' and the Cumberland River snaking through downtown Nashville are often visible.

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Bluegrass Countryside

View the rolling hills and limestone-rich terrain of central Kentucky, home to the world's most famous bourbon distilleries.

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Ohio River Crossing

Watch for the massive Ohio River near Louisville, serving as the natural border between Kentucky and Indiana.

For morning flights, the left side is the 'cool' side, shielded from direct sunlight. About 20 minutes into the flight, look for the distinct circular geography of the various keys along the Florida coastline. During the final 15 minutes, watch for the sprawling agricultural patterns of southern Indiana.

Right Side Highlights
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Central Florida Lake District

Observe the thousands of natural sinkhole lakes that dot the landscape of central Florida shortly after departure.

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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge

Cross over the vast, dark waters and peat-filled wetlands of the Georgia-Florida border area.

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Appalachian Foothills

See the distant, hazy blue ridges of the Appalachian mountain chain stretching toward the eastern horizon.

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Lexington Horse Farms

Spot the perfectly manicured, emerald-green paddocks and white fences of the world's premier thoroughbred horse farms.

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Downtown Indianapolis Approach

On many landing patterns into IND, the right side offers a clear view of the Lucas Oil Stadium and the city's central monument circle.

Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the sky change colors over the Appalachian mountains. Keep your eyes peeled over Georgia for the unique 'Carolina Bays'β€”mysterious elliptical depressions in the earth. If landing to the North at IND, the right side gives the best view of the city center.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,525 km (948 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min

Departure: RSW (26.53619956970215, -81.75520324707031)

Arrival: IND (39.7173, -86.294403)

Route Type: Domestic

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