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TPA → IND
Which side of the plane to sit from Tampa International Airport (Tampa) to Indianapolis International Airport (Indianapolis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Florida interior, the urban sprawl of Atlanta, and the scenic horse country of Kentucky, finishing with a typical approach over downtown Indianapolis.
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Downtown Tampa
Excellent views of the Channelside District and the urban core shortly after taking off from TPA.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta
Look down to see the world's busiest airport and the surrounding Atlanta metropolitan skyline.
Appalachian Edge
The rolling hills and ridges marking the western boundary of the Appalachian Mountains in Tennessee.
Bluegrass Region
The distinct patchwork of limestone-rich horse farms and rolling pastures in Central Kentucky.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
On final approach into IND, you can often spot the massive oval of the 'Racing Capital of the World'.
Morning flights are best on the right to avoid direct glare while seeing the Kentucky Bluegrass region clearly. Watch for the 'Brickyard' (IMS) during the descent into Indianapolis, as it is one of the most recognizable landmarks from the air.
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Gulf Coast Beaches
Aerial views of St. Pete and Clearwater's white sand coastlines immediately after departure.
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
The iconic cable-stayed bridge spanning the mouth of Tampa Bay is often visible during the initial climb.
Tennessee River
The wide, winding curves of the Tennessee River cutting through the lush greenery of the Deep South.
Ohio River Crossing
A significant geographic marker denoting the border between Kentucky and the Midwestern plains of Indiana.
Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico during departure. Be aware that most of the mid-flight terrain is dense forest, which can look uniform from high altitudes.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,351 km (839 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min
Departure: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Arrival: IND (39.7173, -86.294403)
Route Type: Domestic
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