The takeoff coastal views from the left side are more visually striking and distinctive than the landing approach. The Atlantic coastline and Port Everglades provide clear, recognizable features, while the landing approach over central Florida forest and lakes is less dramatic.
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Flight Path
Fort Lauderdale to Tallahassee is 393 miles (633 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses central Florida's interior, passing over the Ocala National Forest region and numerous lakes and wetlands. The terrain transitions from coastal development to increasingly forested landscape with scattered lakes. The St. Johns River system and associated wetlands are visible in the central portion of the route. The landscape gradually becomes more rolling as the aircraft approaches the Florida Panhandle.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from FLL
LEFTLeft side offers views of the Atlantic coastline and the barrier islands immediately north of Fort Lauderdale, including Port Everglades and the beach communities. Right side faces inland toward the Everglades wetlands, which are less visually distinctive at altitude.
Landing at TLH
RIGHTRight side provides views of the Tallahassee area and the approach path over the rolling terrain and lakes of north-central Florida. Left side faces toward the Gulf of Mexico and offers less distinctive landmarks during descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL) to Tallahassee Rgnl (TLH)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Tallahassee. The takeoff coastal views from the left side are more visually striking and distinctive than the landing approach. The Atlantic coastline and Port Everglades provide clear, recognizable features, while the landing approach over central Florida forest and lakes is less dramatic.
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 Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Atlantic coastline and the barrier islands immediately north of Fort Lauderdale, including Port Everglades and the beach communities. Right side faces inland toward the Everglades wetlands, which are less visually distinctive at altitude. Notable sights include: Atlantic Ocean and coastal barrier islands, Port Everglades shipping channel, Fort Lauderdale Beach and beachfront development, Intracoastal Waterway.
What can I see when landing at Tallahassee Rgnl in Tallahassee?
When landing at Tallahassee Rgnl (TLH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Tallahassee area and the approach path over the rolling terrain and lakes of north-central Florida. Left side faces toward the Gulf of Mexico and offers less distinctive landmarks during descent. Notable sights include: Lake Jackson (largest lake near Tallahassee), rolling forested terrain of the Florida Panhandle, Tallahassee urban area and grid pattern, smaller lakes scattered across the landscape.
How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Tallahassee?
The flight from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL) to Tallahassee Rgnl (TLH) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 393 miles (633 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Fort Lauderdale to Tallahassee flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses central Florida's interior, passing over the Ocala National Forest region and numerous lakes and wetlands. The terrain transitions from coastal development to increasingly forested landscape with scattered lakes. The St. Johns River system and associated wetlands are visible in the central portion of the route. The landscape gradually becomes more rolling as the aircraft approaches the Florida Panhandle.