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TPA → GRR
Which side of the plane to sit from Tampa International Airport (Tampa) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (Grand Rapids)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the Gulf Coast departure and the scenic descent near the Lake Michigan shoreline.
Tampa Bay & Gulf Coast
Breathtaking views of the Florida coastline and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico immediately after takeoff.
Tennessee River Valley
The winding blue curves of the Tennessee River as it snakes through the dense greenery of the southern United States.
Louisville Waterfront
A clear view of the Ohio River and the bridges connecting the Kentucky and Indiana border.
Lake Michigan Horizon
During the final descent, the vast blue expanse of Lake Michigan is often visible on the western horizon.
Choose the left side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Gulf and the Midwest. Keep an eye out early in the flight for the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and later for the transition from Southern forests to Midwestern plains.
Downtown Tampa
Excellent views of the Tampa city skyline and the Ybor City district shortly after departure.
Appalachian Foothills
Distances views of the rolling ridges of the Appalachian mountain range to the east as you cross through Georgia and Tennessee.
Cincinnati Metro
The urban sprawl of the Cincinnati and Dayton area is often visible while cruising over the Ohio Valley.
Grand Rapids Cityscape
Depending on the wind direction and landing pattern, the right side provides a direct view of downtown Grand Rapids upon arrival.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It also offers a better chance of seeing the city center of Grand Rapids if the aircraft approaches from the east to land on Runway 26.
Distance: 1,679 km (1,043 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Arrival: GRR (42.88079834, -85.52279663)
Route Type: Domestic
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