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ATL → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the sprawling Atlantic coastline, the massive Chesapeake Bay, and a legendary aerial view of the New York Harbor and Manhattan skyline during the final approach into JFK.
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Chesapeake Bay
A vast view of the world's largest estuary, featuring intricate shorelines and the impressive Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel.
The Jersey Shore
The continuous strip of white sand beaches and coastal towns from Cape May up to Atlantic City.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
The massive suspension bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn marks the entrance to the New York Harbor.
Statue of Liberty
A classic aerial perspective of Liberty Island and Ellis Island just before touchdown.
Lower Manhattan Skyline
The dense skyscraper cluster of the Financial District and One World Trade Center as the aircraft banks toward JFK.
The right side is the 'money seat' for the 'Canarsie Approach' (Runway 13L/R), which involves a sharp turn over Jamaica Bay, providing panoramic views of the entire NYC skyline. For evening flights, you will see the glittering lights of the coastal cities. Book a window seat away from the wing for unobstructed views of the harbor.
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Appalachian Foothills
The rolling green terrain of the Piedmont region and the distant peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains shortly after takeoff.
Philadelphia Skyline
Clear views of Center City Philadelphia and the winding Schuylkill River as the flight traverses the Northeast Corridor.
Central Park
Depending on the wind and runway configuration, the left side can offer a direct view of Central Park and Midtown Manhattan during a northern approach.
Sit on the left for the best views of the inland cities like Charlotte and Philadelphia. This side is typically better for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun as you head northeast. If the plane approaches JFK from the north, you will have an excellent view of the George Washington Bridge.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,222 km (759 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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