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RSW → STL
Which side of the plane to sit from Southwest Florida International Airport (Fort Myers) to St Louis Lambert International Airport (St. Louis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is the clear winner for this route, providing a high-probability view of the Nashville skyline mid-flight and the spectacular Gateway Arch during the final approach into St. Louis.
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Florida Heartland
The interior wetlands and agricultural grids of central Florida visible during the initial climb.
Nashville Skyline
A distant but distinct view of the 'Batman Building' and the urban core of Music City.
Land Between the Lakes
The massive twin reservoirs of Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake creating a unique inland peninsula.
The Gateway Arch
The definitive view of the 630-foot silver monument reflecting the sun as you enter the St. Louis airspace.
Mississippi River
The wide, industrial waterway serving as the geographical boundary between Illinois and Missouri just before landing.
The right side is crucial for the St. Louis arrival. Most flight paths into STL from the south approach the city in a way that places the Arch and Busch Stadium on the right. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting on the Arch's stainless steel surface.
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Charlotte Harbor
Aerial perspective of the vast estuary and the mangrove islands surrounding Punta Gorda shortly after takeoff.
Tampa Bay & Skyway Bridge
A clear view of the massive bridge spanning the mouth of the bay and the St. Petersburg coastline.
The Emerald Coast
The striking transition from the white sand beaches of Destin to the deep blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Tennessee River Valley
The complex, winding silver ribbons of the Tennessee River as it snakes through northern Alabama.
Select the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you while viewing the Florida coastline. This side is also excellent for seeing the storm systems that frequently brew over the Gulf during summer afternoons.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,578 km (981 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: RSW (26.53619956970215, -81.75520324707031)
Arrival: STL (38.748697, -90.370003)
Route Type: Domestic
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