Loading map...
TPA → DAY
Which side of the plane to sit from Tampa International Airport (Tampa) to James M Cox Dayton International Airport (Dayton)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Appalachian mountain range and the iconic horse country of Kentucky, along with the scenic lake regions of Central Florida shortly after takeoff.
Downtown Tampa
A stunning look at the Tampa city skyline, the Port of Tampa, and the Hillsborough River shortly after departure.
Florida Lake District
Hundreds of small, circular sinkhole lakes dotting the landscape north of the Orlando area.
Great Smoky Mountains
The rolling, mist-covered peaks of the Blue Ridge and Smokies provide a rugged landscape for mid-flight viewing.
Bluegrass Country
The meticulously manicured horse farms and white fences of the Lexington, Kentucky region.
Wright-Patterson AFB
During the final approach into Dayton, you can often see the massive runways and hangers of this historic Air Force base.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid glare while viewing the mountains. Keep your eyes peeled about 20 minutes before landing for the sprawling grounds of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, which is one of the largest in the country.
Gulf Coastline
Aerial views of the Pinellas Peninsula and the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico during the initial climb.
Georgia Piedmont
Vast stretches of red clay farmland and dense pine forests as the flight crosses the Georgia interior.
Cumberland Plateau
Dramatic ridges and deep, carved valleys marking the transition into the southern Appalachian highlands.
Cincinnati Skyline
Depending on the flight path, a distant look at the Queen City and its iconic bridges spanning the Ohio River.
Choose the left side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico and the Tennessee Valley. During the descent, look for the urban sprawl of Cincinnati as you cross from Kentucky into Ohio.
Distance: 1,335 km (830 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Arrival: DAY (39.90240097045898, -84.21939849853516)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.