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SFB → MLI
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando Sanford International Airport (Sanford) to Quad City International Airport (Moline)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Atlantic coastline during the initial climb, a clear view of the Nashville metropolitan area, and the impressive patterns of wind farms across the Illinois prairies.
Atlantic Coastline
During the initial ascent, look east to see the Florida coastline stretching from Daytona Beach toward the Space Coast.
Okefenokee Swamp
Observe the vast, dark wetlands of the Georgia-Florida border, one of North America's largest freshwater ecosystems.
Nashville Skyline
A frequent waypoint on this route, the 'Batman Building' and the Cumberland River are often clearly visible to the east.
Ohio River Crossing
The flight path typically crosses the Ohio River near the Indiana-Kentucky border, offering views of various barge traffic.
Midwest Wind Farms
As you enter Illinois, look for the massive clusters of white wind turbines dotting the agricultural grid below.
The right side is ideal for morning departures to catch the sunrise over the Atlantic. During the winter, this side offers the best views of snow-covered Appalachian foothills in the distance while traversing Kentucky.
Lake Monroe
Immediately after takeoff from SFB, enjoy a bird's-eye view of this large lake and the winding St. Johns River.
Tennessee River Valley
View the wide, meandering curves of the Tennessee River as the flight crosses the border between Alabama and Tennessee.
St. Louis Horizon
On clear days, the distant St. Louis skyline and the faint glint of the Gateway Arch may be visible to the west.
Mississippi River
As the plane descends into Moline, the mighty Mississippi River serves as a primary geographic marker for the Quad Cities region.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Keep an eye out for the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers if the flight path tracks slightly further west than usual.
Distance: 1,640 km (1,019 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: SFB (28.7775993347168, -81.23750305175781)
Arrival: MLI (41.44850158691406, -90.50749969482422)
Route Type: Domestic
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