About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL) to Charleston Afb International (CHS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston. The takeoff from FLL offers more dramatic and varied scenery with the coastal waterways and Atlantic views. While the landing into CHS provides good harbor views, the northbound flight path over the Atlantic coast and coastal inlets between the two cities favors right-side seating for the majority of the journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International in Fort Lauderdale?
During takeoff from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Atlantic coastline and the intricate waterway system of Fort Lauderdale as the aircraft climbs northward. You'll see the beach barrier islands, New River, and the port facilities receding beneath you. Notable sights include: Atlantic Ocean, Fort Lauderdale Beach and barrier islands, New River inlet, Port Everglades shipping channel.
What can I see when landing at Charleston Afb International in Charleston?
When landing at Charleston Afb International (CHS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of Charleston Harbor, the Ashley and Cooper Rivers, and the historic downtown peninsula as you descend toward Charleston AFB. The waterways and urban core are striking on approach from the south. Notable sights include: Charleston Harbor, Ashley River, Cooper River, downtown Charleston peninsula.
How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?
The flight from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL) to Charleston Afb International (CHS) takes 1h 15m.
What does the Fort Lauderdale to Charleston flight path pass over?
Savannah River estuary, Georgia-South Carolina coastal marshlands, Edisto River delta, Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, barrier islands and tidal creeks of the Lowcountry