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BOS → ACK
Which side of the plane to sit from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston) to Nantucket Memorial Airport (Nantucket)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the iconic 'hook' of Cape Cod, the massive dunes of the National Seashore, and a clear view of the Atlantic coastline during the descent into Nantucket.
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Boston Harbor Islands
Aerial views of Georges Island and the historic Fort Warren shortly after takeoff from Logan.
Outer Cape Cod
A sweeping perspective of the sand dunes and the vast Atlantic coastline running from Wellfleet down to Chatham.
Monomoy Island
The pristine sandbars and winding channels of the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge just off the 'elbow' of the Cape.
Sankaty Head Light
The distinctive red-and-white striped lighthouse on the eastern bluff of Nantucket visible during final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun and to catch the early light hitting the white sands of the Outer Cape. This side is also best for spotting the breach in the Chatham sandbars.
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Boston Skyline
Excellent views of the Financial District and Back Bay immediately following a southern departure.
Cape Cod Canal
The narrow strip of water connecting Buzzards Bay to Cape Cod Bay, often filled with transit ships.
Nantucket Harbor
The dense collection of sailboats and the historic wharf of Nantucket Town as the plane lines up for the runway.
Martha's Vineyard
On clear days, the neighboring island is visible to the southwest across the Muskeget Channel.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the water. It also provides the best view of the historic shingle-style architecture of Nantucket Town just before touchdown.
Book Hotels in NantucketDistance: 146 km (91 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Arrival: ACK (41.25310135, -70.06020355)
Route Type: Domestic
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