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Our Recommendation
8.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a stunning progression from the Appalachian foothills to the dramatic Atlantic coastline, featuring the Space Coast and the iconic Miami Beach skyline on descent.

Left Side Highlights
8.8
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Great Smoky Mountains

Aerial views of the blue-misted ridges and dense forests of the southern Appalachian range shortly after takeoff.

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Jacksonville & St. Johns River

The massive winding river system and the urban sprawl of northeast Florida's largest city.

🚀

Kennedy Space Center

A clear view of the launch pads at Cape Canaveral and the distinct barrier islands along the coast.

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Florida Gold Coast

Continuous views of West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and Fort Lauderdale's white sand beaches and turquoise water.

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Miami Beach Skyline

On final approach, you will often fly directly alongside the high-rises of South Beach and the Port of Miami.

For the best experience, choose a morning flight to see the sun rising over the Atlantic Ocean. This side is particularly spectacular during the final 20 minutes of flight when the plane tracks the coastline south toward MIA. Keep your camera ready for the distinct 'V' shape of Cape Canaveral.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Kentucky & Tennessee Hills

Rolling green landscapes and the Cumberland Plateau visible during the first third of the journey.

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Atlanta Metro

Depending on the flight path, you may see the distant skyline of Atlanta and the suburban sprawl of Georgia.

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Lake Okeechobee

The massive, circular freshwater lake that dominates the center of south Florida.

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The Everglades

The vast 'River of Grass' wetland ecosystem stretching to the horizon as you descend into Miami.

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Suburban Miami

A bird's eye view of the unique canal systems and gated communities that characterize the western edge of the city.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It provides a superior view of the Everglades' unique geography and the massive scale of Lake Okeechobee. During summer months, watch for towering afternoon thunderclouds forming over the interior of the peninsula.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,469 km (913 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min

Departure: SDF (38.1744, -85.736)

Arrival: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)

Route Type: Domestic

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