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TPA → ALB
Which side of the plane to sit from Tampa International Airport (Tampa) to Albany International Airport (Albany)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this northbound trek, providing a front-row seat to the Atlantic coastline, the Outer Banks, and a stunning aerial perspective of the New York City metropolitan area during the approach into the Northeast.
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Outer Banks
The distinctive thin strip of barrier islands and the famous Cape Hatteras lighthouse off the North Carolina coast.
Chesapeake Bay
A massive view of the bay's intricate shoreline, the Delmarva Peninsula, and the Bay Bridge-Tunnel.
Manhattan Skyline
Iconic distant views of New York City's skyscrapers and the Statue of Liberty when the flight path follows the coastline.
Hudson River Valley
A beautiful bird's-eye view of the winding Hudson River and its historic riverside estates during the final approach.
Sit here for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. During the descent, the visual transition from the urban sprawl of the New York metro area to the green Hudson Valley is breathtaking. Seasonal foliage in autumn is particularly striking on this side.
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Florida Lake District
Lush scenery of central Florida's numerous lakes and wetlands shortly after departure from Tampa.
Appalachian Ridgelines
Distant views of the undulating Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains through Virginia and Pennsylvania.
The Catskills
Dense forest canopies and rolling peaks of the Catskill Mountains during the final descent into Albany.
Choose this side for afternoon departures to minimize sun glare while viewing the interior landscapes. Watch for the Susquehanna River crossing as you enter the Northeast corridor.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,821 km (1,132 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 26 min
Departure: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Arrival: ALB (42.74829864501953, -73.80169677734375)
Route Type: Domestic
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