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YUL → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a spectacular view of the Atlantic coastline, including major cities like New York and the iconic barrier islands of the Carolinas, finishing with a beautiful approach along the Florida coast.
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East Coast Megalopolis
Catch glimpses of the dense urban corridor including the outer edges of New York City and Philadelphia.
Outer Banks
Stunning views of the thin barrier islands and lighthouses along the North Carolina coast.
Florida Gold Coast
Aerial perspectives of West Palm Beach and Boca Raton as the plane begins its final descent into FLL.
Chesapeake Bay
Observe the intricate waterways and massive bridges connecting Maryland and Virginia.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh western sun and potentially see the sunrise over the Atlantic. During the final 20 minutes, you will have a front-row seat to the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the dense high-rise developments of the Florida shoreline.
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Appalachian Mountains
Enjoy views of the rolling green ridges of the ancient mountain range during the mid-portion of the flight.
The Everglades
If the flight approaches from the west, you will see the vast, grassy wetlands of South Florida.
Lake Okeechobee
A massive freshwater lake visible in the interior of Florida shortly before reaching the coast.
Adirondack Mountains
Shortly after departure from Montreal, see the rugged peaks of Upstate New York.
The right side is better for afternoon flights to avoid the glare of the Atlantic sun. It offers a more 'green' perspective of the continent, focusing on the vast forests of the eastern US and the unique marshlands of the Florida interior during descent.
Book Hotels in Fort LauderdaleDistance: 2,231 km (1,386 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 58 min
Departure: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: International
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