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ACK → HYA
Which side of the plane to sit from Nantucket Memorial Airport (Nantucket) to Barnstable Municipal Boardman Polando Field (Barnstable)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more iconic perspective of the Cape Cod coastline, including the famous Kennedy Compound in Hyannis Port and clear views toward Martha's Vineyard.
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Nantucket Harbor Entrance
Bird's eye view of the jetties and the narrow channel used by ferries departing the island.
Tuckernuck and Muskeget
Remote, uninhabited islands west of Nantucket, known for their unique sandy topography and seal populations.
Hyannis Port
Clear views of the Kennedy Compound and the grand seaside estates lining the coast of Hyannis Port.
Craigville Beach
One of the Cape's most famous and expansive public beaches visible just before touchdown.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see Martha's Vineyard on the horizon. During late afternoon flights, the sun illuminates the Hyannis shoreline beautifully, though it may cause some glare over the water. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff as the transition over the Sound is very brief.
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Great Point Light
The remote lighthouse at the northernmost tip of Nantucket, often visible during the initial climb.
Monomoy Shoals
The shifting sandbars and deep blue channels of the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge to the northeast.
Nantucket Sound Ferries
Watch the high-speed and traditional ferries crossing the sound between the island and the mainland.
Lewis Bay
A view of the busy maritime traffic and Kalmus Park Beach as you approach the runway.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the western sun glare. Look for the distinct turquoise color of the water over the shoals, which looks tropical on sunny days. This side provides a great view of the Hyannis marina and ferry docks during the final descent into HYA.
Book Hotels in BarnstableDistance: 50 km (31 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 min
Departure: ACK (41.25310135, -70.06020355)
Arrival: HYA (41.66930008, -70.28040314)
Route Type: Domestic
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