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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers spectacular views of the Atlantic coastline, the Outer Banks of North Carolina, and the transition from the dense Northeast corridor to the tropical blue waters of Florida.

Left Side Highlights
8.7
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NYC Skyline

Distant but visible views of Manhattan and the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge shortly after departure from the Hudson Valley.

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Jersey Shore

Clear aerial perspective of the barrier islands, Long Beach Island, and the Atlantic City boardwalk.

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Chesapeake Bay

The massive expanse of the bay where it meets the Atlantic, including views of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel.

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Outer Banks

The distinct, thin ribbon of the NC barrier islands including Kitty Hawk and Cape Hatteras.

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Kennedy Space Center

Look for the massive VAB building and launch pads near Cape Canaveral as you parallel the Florida coast.

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Florida Gold Coast

Turquoise waters and the dense high-rise corridor of West Palm Beach and Boca Raton during descent.

Book an early morning flight to see the sun rising over the Atlantic Ocean. This side is superior for coastal landmarks. As you approach FLL, the left side provides the best view of the coral reefs and the deep blue Gulf Stream current if the plane loops over the ocean for landing.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Appalachian Foothills

The rolling green ridges and valleys of the Piedmont region visible during the first half of the flight.

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Philadelphia and DC

If the flight path stays slightly inland, you can spot the urban sprawl and skylines of the Mid-Atlantic hubs.

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Southern Pine Forests

Vast stretches of managed timberland and winding rivers throughout Georgia and South Carolina.

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The Everglades

The vast 'River of Grass' wetlands stretching toward the horizon during the final approach into Fort Lauderdale.

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South Florida Suburbs

Intricate patterns of man-made canals, golf courses, and gated communities unique to the Florida landscape.

Choose the right side if you prefer inland geography and sunset views on late afternoon flights. On the final approach into FLL (usually landing to the east), the right side offers a sweeping view of the Everglades and the massive suburban expansion of Broward County.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,803 km (1,120 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 24 min

Departure: SWF (41.50410079956055, -74.10479736328125)

Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)

Route Type: Domestic

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