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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Atlantic coastline, barrier islands, and the dramatic approach over the Chesapeake Bay.

Right Side Highlights
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Daytona Beach

Early flight views of the 'World's Most Famous Beach' and the massive Daytona International Speedway.

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Charleston Harbor

The distinctive Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and the historic Fort Sumter sitting in the mouth of the harbor.

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The Grand Strand

A continuous 60-mile stretch of beach centered around the tourist hub of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

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Outer Banks (OBX)

Stunning views of the thin barrier islands, including Ocracoke and Hatteras, separating the Atlantic from the Pamlico Sound.

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Chesapeake Bay Entrance

A clear view of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and the naval vessels near Norfolk during the final descent.

The right side is superior for maritime scenery. Choose this side for morning flights to see the sun rising over the Atlantic. During the descent into Newport News, watch for the James River and the massive aircraft carriers often visible at the Newport News Shipbuilding docks.

Left Side Highlights
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St. Johns River Basin

Aerial views of Lake Monroe and the winding St. Johns River immediately following takeoff from Sanford.

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Okefenokee Swamp

The vast, dark wetlands and cypress forests located near the Florida and Georgia border.

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Savannah and Richmond

Distant views of historic inland cities and the sprawling pine forests of the coastal plain.

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Carolina Farmlands

Geometric patterns of agricultural fields and the rolling hills of the Piedmont region as you head north.

Sit on the left for evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the Appalachian foothills in the distance. This side is also better for spotting inland landmarks like the Fayetteville and Raleigh-Durham metropolitan areas during the cruise phase.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,029 km (639 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min

Departure: SFB (28.7775993347168, -81.23750305175781)

Arrival: PHF (37.13190079, -76.49299622)

Route Type: Domestic

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