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SFB → SGF
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando Sanford International Airport (Sanford) to Springfield Branson National Airport (Springfield)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the rolling Appalachian foothills and the intricate shoreline of Table Rock Lake during the descent into the Ozarks.
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Atlantic Horizon
On clear days, the climb out of Central Florida offers a distant view of the Atlantic coastline to the east.
Blue Ridge Fringes
Distant views of the undulating Blue Ridge Mountain foothills as the flight passes over Northern Georgia.
Tennessee River Reservoirs
Glittering views of the massive Guntersville and Wheeler Lake reservoirs near the Alabama-Tennessee border.
Table Rock Lake
The winding, dragon-shaped shoreline of Table Rock Lake is a signature sight on the approach to Springfield.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset reflection over the Ozark lakes. Watch for the dramatic change from flat coastal plains to rolling hills about halfway through the journey.
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Lake Monroe
Immediate view of the St. Johns River and the expansive Lake Monroe wetlands during takeoff from SFB.
Birmingham Metro
A potential view of the urban sprawl and steel industry landmarks of Central Alabama during the mid-flight cruise.
Mississippi River
Aerial perspective of the massive meanders and oxbow lakes where the route crosses the Arkansas-Mississippi border.
Ozark National Forest
Dense, rugged forest canopies of the Boston Mountains visible just before beginning the final descent.
For morning flights, the left side is preferable to avoid direct sun glare. Keep your eyes peeled approximately 70 minutes into the flight for the Mississippi River crossing, which is the most significant geographical landmark on this side.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,471 km (914 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: SFB (28.7775993347168, -81.23750305175781)
Arrival: SGF (37.24570084, -93.38860321)
Route Type: Domestic
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