Kona to Fort Lauderdale flight pathKOAFLL

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Flight time9h 30m
Distance4,784
Heading069° → 103°
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RightMostly right

The takeoff from Kona offers more dramatic and distinctive scenery with volcanic terrain and coastal views. While the landing approach into Fort Lauderdale is geographically interesting, the Big Island's volcanic landscape is more visually striking and unique.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

Kona to Fort Lauderdale is 4,784 miles (7,699 km), a flight of about 9 hours 30 minutes.

Gulf of Mexico, Yucatan Peninsula (distant southern horizon), Florida Keys archipelago, Caribbean waters

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Aerial window seat view during takeoff from Kona (right side) — Hualalai volcano (5,104 ft), Kona lava fields, Kealakekua Bay, Pacific Ocean coastline

Takeoff from KOA

RIGHT

Right-side seats offer views of the Big Island's volcanic landscape and the Kona coast as you climb out. You'll see the dark lava fields and Hualalai volcano rising inland, with the Pacific Ocean stretching west.

Hualalai volcano (5104 ft)Kona lava fieldsKealakekua Bay
KOA Kona International At KeaholeHub for Hawaiian Airlines
Aerial window seat view during landing at Fort Lauderdale (left side) — Lake Okeechobee, Everglades wetlands, Atlantic barrier islands, Fort Lauderdale urban area

Landing at FLL

LEFT

Left-side seats provide excellent views of South Florida's geography during descent into Fort Lauderdale. You'll see the Everglades wetlands, Lake Okeechobee, and the Atlantic coastline with barrier islands before final approach.

Lake OkeechobeeEverglades wetlandsAtlantic barrier islandsFort Lauderdale urban area
FLL Fort Lauderdale Hollywood InternationalHub for Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Kona International At Keahole (KOA) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Kona to Fort Lauderdale. The takeoff from Kona offers more dramatic and distinctive scenery with volcanic terrain and coastal views. While the landing approach into Fort Lauderdale is geographically interesting, the Big Island's volcanic landscape is more visually striking and unique.

What can I see during takeoff from Kona International At Keahole in Kona?

During takeoff from Kona International At Keahole (KOA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Big Island's volcanic landscape and the Kona coast as you climb out. You'll see the dark lava fields and Hualalai volcano rising inland, with the Pacific Ocean stretching west. Notable sights include: Hualalai volcano (5,104 ft), Kona lava fields, Kealakekua Bay, Pacific Ocean coastline.

What can I see when landing at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International in Fort Lauderdale?

When landing at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views of South Florida's geography during descent into Fort Lauderdale. You'll see the Everglades wetlands, Lake Okeechobee, and the Atlantic coastline with barrier islands before final approach. Notable sights include: Lake Okeechobee, Everglades wetlands, Atlantic barrier islands, Fort Lauderdale urban area.

How long is the flight from Kona to Fort Lauderdale?

The flight from Kona International At Keahole (KOA) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL) takes about 9 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,784 miles (7,699 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Kona to Fort Lauderdale flight path pass over?

Gulf of Mexico, Yucatan Peninsula (distant southern horizon), Florida Keys archipelago, Caribbean waters