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XNA → SFB
Which side of the plane to sit from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (Bentonville) to Orlando Sanford International Airport (Sanford)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Mississippi River's dramatic oxbows and a distant view of the Gulf Coast as you enter the Florida peninsula.
The Mississippi River
Cross the mighty river south of Memphis; look for the complex sediment patterns and circular oxbow lakes.
Mobile Bay
On clear days, the large inlet of the Gulf of Mexico in Alabama provides a stunning blue contrast to the green land.
Florida Emerald Coast
While the flight stays inland, the sparkling white sands and turquoise waters of the Panhandle are often visible on the horizon.
Lake George
The second largest lake in Florida appears as a massive blue expanse shortly before descent.
Orlando Park Icons
On a clear approach from the north, you can often spot the tall structures of Disney and Universal in the far distance.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico. Keep your camera ready about 30-40 minutes into the flight for the Mississippi River crossing, which is the scenic centerpiece of the journey.
Ozark National Forest
Immediately after takeoff, enjoy views of the dense hardwood forests and rolling hills of Northwest Arkansas.
Birmingham Skyline
On many flight paths, the industrial and urban layout of central Alabama is visible to the north.
Okefenokee Swamp
As you approach the Florida border, look for the vast, dark waters and wetlands of this massive shallow swamp.
St. Johns River
A winding waterway that flows north, signaling your final approach into the Sanford area.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Look for the distinct 'tea-colored' rivers of the coastal plain as you cross into Georgia and Florida.
Distance: 1,480 km (920 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: XNA (36.281898, -94.306801)
Arrival: SFB (28.7775993347168, -81.23750305175781)
Route Type: Domestic
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