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SBN → PIE
Which side of the plane to sit from South Bend Regional Airport (South Bend) to St Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, particularly during the descent into the Tampa Bay area, featuring the Gulf of Mexico coastline and the iconic white sands of Clearwater Beach.
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Indy Motor Speedway
The famous 'Brickyard' racing circuit is often visible on the right when departing southward.
Nashville Skyline
The 'Music City' downtown area and the prominent Batman building silhouette.
Tennessee River
Expansive views of the river's horseshoe bends as it snakes through the Tennessee valley.
Gulf of Mexico
The stunning transition from land to the deep turquoise waters of the Gulf during descent.
Clearwater Beach
Aerial views of the barrier islands and world-famous white sand beaches just before landing.
The right side is the premier choice for the approach into PIE. As the aircraft descends over the Gulf, you get panoramic views of the coastline. For evening flights, this side offers spectacular sunsets over the water. Be sure to look for the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in the distance as you near the airport.
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Indianapolis Metro
View the dense urban center of Indiana's capital shortly after departure.
Ohio River Crossing
The state border between Indiana and Kentucky marked by the wide, winding river.
Appalachian Fringe
Distant views of the rolling green foothills in eastern Tennessee and northern Georgia.
Atlanta Skyline
The massive urban sprawl and skyscrapers of the South's largest metropolitan hub.
Florida Lake Region
A mosaic of thousands of small freshwater lakes dotting the landscape of north-central Florida.
Opt for the left side on morning flights to see the terrain illuminated by the sun without direct glare. This side is better for observing the transition from the Midwest plains to the humid subtropical landscapes of the South.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,569 km (975 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: SBN (41.70869827270508, -86.31729888916016)
Arrival: PIE (27.91020012, -82.68740082)
Route Type: Domestic
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