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SWF → PIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Stewart International Airport (Newburgh) to St Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dense urban corridor of the Northeast, the expansive Chesapeake Bay, and the transition from the Atlantic coastline to the lake-rich landscape of Central Florida.
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Manhattan Skyline
Distant but clear views of the New York City skyscrapers and the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge shortly after departure.
Chesapeake Bay
Expansive views of the massive estuary, including the intricate shorelines of Maryland and the Bay Bridge.
The Outer Banks
On clear days, the thin ribbon of North Carolina's barrier islands is visible against the deep blue Atlantic.
St. Johns River
The massive, north-flowing river through Jacksonville marks your entry into the Florida peninsula.
Orlando Lake District
A bird's eye view of the countless circular lakes and major theme park resorts in Central Florida.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. During the final descent into PIE, this side provides the best view of the Tampa city skyline and the northern reaches of Tampa Bay. Keep a lookout for the Kennedy Space Center far in the distance when crossing the Florida border.
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Appalachian Ridges
Parallel mountain folds of the Blue Ridge and Alleghenies visible during the first half of the flight.
Lake Norman
The largest man-made body of fresh water in North Carolina, located just north of Charlotte.
Georgia Piedmont
Rolling hills and dense pine forests as the route bypasses the Atlanta metro area to the east.
Gulf of Mexico
The sparkling turquoise waters of the Gulf become visible as the plane banks for its final approach.
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
The iconic yellow-cabled bridge spanning the mouth of Tampa Bay is often visible during the landing pattern.
Choose the right side for late afternoon or evening flights to witness stunning sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico as you approach St. Petersburg. This side is also better for spotting the dense, rolling forests of the Carolinas and the winding Savannah River.
Book Hotels in St. PetersburgDistance: 1,701 km (1,057 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 16 min
Departure: SWF (41.50410079956055, -74.10479736328125)
Arrival: PIE (27.91020012, -82.68740082)
Route Type: Domestic
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