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TRI → SFB
Which side of the plane to sit from Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport (BRISTOL) to Orlando Sanford International Airport (Sanford)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a more dramatic view of the Great Smoky Mountains shortly after takeoff and better perspectives of the winding St. Johns River and Florida's inland lakes during the descent into Sanford.
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Great Smoky Mountains
Incredible views of the highest peaks in the Appalachian range shortly after departing Bristol.
Lake Hartwell
The massive, finger-like reservoir straddling the South Carolina and Georgia border.
Okefenokee Swamp
The vast, dark expanse of one of North America's largest pristine freshwater wetlands.
St. Johns River
Watch the unique northward-flowing river carve its path through the Florida landscape.
Lake Monroe
A stunning view of the large lake directly adjacent to Sanford International Airport during landing.
The right side is superior for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Florida wilderness. Look out the window immediately after takeoff for the most rugged mountain terrain, and keep your camera ready for the winding St. Johns River as the plane begins its descent into the Orlando-Sanford area.
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Blue Ridge Slopes
Observe the eastern descent of the Appalachian range into the Piedmont plateau.
Charlotte Metro
Catch a glimpse of the 'Queen City' skyline and its surrounding urban sprawl in North Carolina.
Atlantic Horizon
On clear days, the distant glint of the Atlantic Ocean is visible as you fly over the coastal plains.
St. Augustine Coast
As you enter Florida, the historic coastline near the nation's oldest city appears to the far east.
Lake Jesup
A large, alligator-filled lake just south of the airport visible during final approach patterns.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Atlantic horizon. This side is generally better for seeing the urban centers of the Carolinas and avoiding direct sun glare during afternoon southbound journeys.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 863 km (536 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: TRI (36.475201, -82.40740100000001)
Arrival: SFB (28.7775993347168, -81.23750305175781)
Route Type: Domestic
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