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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the Atlanta skyline at departure, expansive views of the Chesapeake Bay, and an iconic perspective of the New York City skyline and Long Island Sound during the descent into Connecticut.

Right Side Highlights
8.8
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Downtown Atlanta

A stunning view of the Midtown and Downtown skyscrapers immediately following a northbound departure from ATL.

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Chesapeake Bay

The massive estuary system and the intricate bridge-tunnel complexes visible during the mid-flight cruise.

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Manhattan Skyline

A spectacular view of the New York City skyscrapers, including One World Trade Center and Central Park, during the descent.

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Long Island Sound

The sparkling waters and numerous small islands along the Connecticut coastline before turning inland toward Hartford.

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Hartford Skyline

Clear views of the Connecticut State House and the Travelers Tower as the plane aligns for its final approach.

Sit on the right for the best urban sightseeing. Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you for perfect photos of NYC. During the descent, keep your camera ready as the plane usually tracks just east of Manhattan, providing a world-class aerial view of the city's density.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Blue Ridge Mountains

Aerial views of the rolling Appalachian peaks and the dense forests of the Pisgah and Cherokee National Forests.

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Shenandoah Valley

The picturesque valley between the Blue Ridge and the Alleghenies, often displaying vibrant colors in autumn.

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Philadelphia Metro Area

Views of the urban corridor stretching through Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey.

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Hudson River Valley

The deep river valley and the foothills of the Catskill Mountains as the flight nears the New York/Connecticut border.

Choose the left side if you enjoy mountain landscapes and forest canopy. During winter, the snow-dusted Appalachian ridges are particularly striking. On arrival at BDL, you may catch a glimpse of the Berkshires to the northwest.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,382 km (859 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min

Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)

Arrival: BDL (41.9388999939, -72.68319702149999)

Route Type: Domestic

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