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TPA → GNV
Which side of the plane to sit from Tampa International Airport (Tampa) to Gainesville Regional Airport (Gainesville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Tampa urban skyline and Busch Gardens upon departure, followed by the iconic rolling horse farms of Ocala and the vast Paynes Prairie Preserve before touchdown in Gainesville.
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Downtown Tampa
Excellent views of the city skyscrapers, the Riverwalk, and Raymond James Stadium during the initial climb.
Busch Gardens
Spot the intricate layouts of world-class rollercoasters and the Serengeti Plain at this major theme park.
Ocala Horse Farms
Aerial perspective of the pristine white-fenced paddocks and training tracks that define the 'Horse Capital of the World'.
Paynes Prairie
A massive 21,000-acre savannah just south of Gainesville, often featuring herds of wild bison and horses.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Look down approximately 10 minutes before landing to see the geometric patterns of horse farms near Ocala. Paynes Prairie is most impressive when the water levels are high, creating a temporary lake effect.
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Old Tampa Bay
Vibrant views of the water and the Howard Frankland Bridge immediately after takeoff from TPA.
Gulf Coast Silhouette
Distal views of the Florida West Coast and the sparkling Gulf of Mexico on clear days.
Chassahowitzka Wildlife Refuge
Expansive green wetlands and river systems visible as the flight heads north into rural territory.
Choose the left side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico. Keep an eye out for the distinct coastline of the Nature Coast, though it remains a few miles west of the standard flight path.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 192 km (119 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Arrival: GNV (29.6900997162, -82.27179718020001)
Route Type: Domestic
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