Right-side seats dominate both segments—offering water features and geographic interest during departure and the visually spectacular Keys and turquoise waters during arrival. The right wing provides superior scenery for the entire flight.
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Flight Path
Detroit to Key West is 1,223 miles (1,969 km), a flight of about 3 hours 15 minutes.
Georgia-Florida border region with the Suwannee River, northern Florida swamps and wetlands, the transition from pine forests to subtropical vegetation, and the gradual emergence of the Florida peninsula's distinctive flat topography as you approach the southern tip.
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Takeoff from DTW
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Detroit River, Lake St. Clair, and the sprawling suburban landscape east of the airport during northeasterly climb-out. The water features and urban grid are most prominent on the right wing.
Landing at EYW
RIGHTRight-side seats provide excellent views of the Florida Keys archipelago, the shallow turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic, and Key West itself during the final descent approach. The distinctive narrow chain of islands and surrounding water are visually striking from the right.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Detroit Metro Wayne Co (DTW) to Key West International (EYW)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Detroit to Key West. Right-side seats dominate both segments—offering water features and geographic interest during departure and the visually spectacular Keys and turquoise waters during arrival. The right wing provides superior scenery for the entire flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Detroit Metro Wayne Co in Detroit?
During takeoff from Detroit Metro Wayne Co (DTW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Detroit River, Lake St. Clair, and the sprawling suburban landscape east of the airport during northeasterly climb-out. The water features and urban grid are most prominent on the right wing. Notable sights include: Detroit River, Lake St. Clair, suburban Detroit grid, Lake Huron (distant).
What can I see when landing at Key West International in Key West?
When landing at Key West International (EYW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats provide excellent views of the Florida Keys archipelago, the shallow turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic, and Key West itself during the final descent approach. The distinctive narrow chain of islands and surrounding water are visually striking from the right. Notable sights include: Florida Keys chain, Straits of Florida, turquoise shallow waters, Key West harbor.
How long is the flight from Detroit to Key West?
The flight from Detroit Metro Wayne Co (DTW) to Key West International (EYW) takes about 3 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,223 miles (1,969 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Detroit to Key West flight path pass over?
Georgia-Florida border region with the Suwannee River, northern Florida swamps and wetlands, the transition from pine forests to subtropical vegetation, and the gradual emergence of the Florida peninsula's distinctive flat topography as you approach the southern tip.