About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Miami International (MIA) to Philadelphia International (PHL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Miami to Philadelphia. The right side delivers the spectacular Biscayne Bay and Florida Keys departure, and during the cruise phase over the Mid-Atlantic it also picks up the Outer Banks of North Carolina and the Atlantic coastline. The left side wins at landing, but the right side's takeoff and coastal views along the flight path make it the stronger overall choice.
What can I see during takeoff from Miami International in Miami?
During takeoff from Miami International (MIA), sit on the Right side for the best views. MIA typically departs northeast on runway 09/12, so the right side faces southeast over Biscayne Bay, the Florida Keys chain stretching to the horizon, and the vivid turquoise shallows of the Atlantic. The left side gets the western suburbs and the Everglades, which are flat and featureless by comparison. Notable sights include: Biscayne Bay, Virginia Key and Key Biscayne, the Florida Keys chain, Miami Beach barrier island.
What can I see when landing at Philadelphia International in Philadelphia?
When landing at Philadelphia International (PHL), sit on the Left side for the best views. PHL typically lands from the southwest on runway 27L/27R, meaning the aircraft approaches from over South Jersey and crosses the Delaware River. The left side gets the Philadelphia skyline head-on, Center City's skyscrapers clearly visible, plus the Ben Franklin Bridge and the curve of the Delaware. The right side faces south over flat New Jersey farmland. Notable sights include: Philadelphia Center City skyline, Delaware River, Ben Franklin Bridge, Camden New Jersey waterfront.
How long is the flight from Miami to Philadelphia?
The flight from Miami International (MIA) to Philadelphia International (PHL) takes Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours.
What does the Miami to Philadelphia flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northeast up the Florida peninsula, crossing Cape Canaveral on the right side, then follows the Atlantic coastal plain over Georgia and the Carolinas. The Outer Banks of North Carolina are visible to the right as a thin barrier island arc. The flight crosses the Chesapeake Bay, a broad inland sea clearly visible from both sides, before descending over the flat Delaware Valley into Philadelphia.