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TUL → MIA
Which side of the plane to sit from Tulsa International Airport (Tulsa) to Miami International Airport (Miami)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Gulf of Mexico's emerald coastline, the sprawling Everglades ecosystem, and the turquoise waters surrounding the Florida peninsula during the descent into Miami.
Arkansas River
Winding waterway views immediately after takeoff from Tulsa, cutting through the Oklahoma plains.
The Emerald Coast
Stunning views of the white sand beaches and turquoise waters near Destin and Panama City, Florida.
Tampa Bay
Distant views of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the bustling maritime traffic of the Gulf coast.
The Everglades
The 'River of Grass' stretches to the horizon as you cross the southern tip of the Florida peninsula.
Biscayne Bay
Shallow, crystal-clear waters and the beginning of the Florida Keys are often visible during the final approach patterns.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for late afternoon flights, offering dramatic sky colors over the Gulf. Watch closely as you cross the Florida coastline; the transition from the dark green Everglades to the bright blue Atlantic is a highlight of this route.
Ozark National Forest
Rolling green hills and dense forest canopies visible shortly after departing Tulsa and entering Arkansas.
Mississippi River
A massive geographical landmark, the twisting silver ribbon of the Mississippi is visible as you cross the border into Mississippi.
Birmingham Metro
Views of Alabama's largest city and the industrial landscape of the Appalachian foothills.
Lake Okeechobee
Florida's massive freshwater sea is a prominent feature on the left as the plane begins its descent.
Miami Skyline
If the flight approaches from the west to land facing east, the left side provides views of the Brickell and Downtown skyscrapers.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. If landing on the 8 or 9 runways, you'll have a better chance of seeing the urban sprawl and the northern Miami Beach coastline during the final turn.
Distance: 1,880 km (1,168 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 30 min
Departure: TUL (36.19839859008789, -95.88809967041016)
Arrival: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Route Type: Domestic
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