About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from General Edward Lawrence Logan International (BOS) to Southwest Florida International (RSW)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Boston to Fort Myers. The left side wins overall. The Boston departure view is genuinely spectacular — the full downtown skyline, harbor, and Charles River in one sweep. Along the flight path south, the left side also tracks closer to the Atlantic coastline through New England and the Mid-Atlantic, offering views of Long Island Sound, the New Jersey Shore, Delaware Bay, and the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The right side landing at RSW is strong, but the departure and en-route advantages of the left seat carry the day.
What can I see during takeoff from General Edward Lawrence Logan International in Boston?
During takeoff from General Edward Lawrence Logan International (BOS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Logan's most common southbound departures use runway 22L/22R, heading southwest over Boston Harbor and the city. The left side gives you a direct view over downtown Boston, the Charles River, and Back Bay as you climb out over the harbor. Notable sights include: Downtown Boston skyline, Boston Harbor islands, Charles River basin, Quincy Bay.
What can I see when landing at Southwest Florida International in Fort Myers?
When landing at Southwest Florida International (RSW), sit on the Right side for the best views. RSW typically uses runway 06/24, with southwesterly approaches coming in from the northeast over Charlotte Harbor and the Peace River estuary. The right side on approach gives views over Charlotte Harbor, Pine Island Sound, and the barrier islands of Sanibel and Captiva. Notable sights include: Charlotte Harbor, Pine Island Sound, Sanibel Island, Caloosahatchee River.
How long is the flight from Boston to Fort Myers?
The flight from General Edward Lawrence Logan International (BOS) to Southwest Florida International (RSW) takes Approximately 3 hours to 3 hours 20 minutes.
What does the Boston to Fort Myers flight path pass over?
Long Island Sound and Long Island visible roughly 30-40 minutes after departure. New York City area visible to the left in the distance over New Jersey. Delaware Bay and the Delmarva Peninsula appear around the midpoint. The Outer Banks of North Carolina are visible as a thin barrier island strip along the left side. Over South Carolina and Georgia the terrain flattens into coastal plain and pine forest. The broad St. Johns River near Jacksonville, Florida is a notable landmark before the final descent into Fort Myers.