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BOS → ALB
Which side of the plane to sit from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston) to Albany International Airport (Albany)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the northern New England wilderness, specifically the massive Quabbin Reservoir and Mount Greylock, with more favorable lighting for photography during westward afternoon travel.
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Cambridge & Harvard
A bird's-eye view of Harvard University and the Charles River winding through the MIT campus.
Quabbin Reservoir
A massive, island-filled reservoir that serves as the primary water supply for Boston.
Mount Greylock
The highest point in Massachusetts, easily identified by the stone War Memorial Tower at its peak.
The Hudson River
The wide, majestic river marking the final leg of the flight as you enter the Capital Region of New York.
Choose this side for the best nature photography. You will pass directly north of the Quabbin Reservoir and get a close look at the northern Berkshires. Morning flights have the best lighting for this side without sun glare.
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Boston Skyline
Immediate views of Back Bay, the Prudential Tower, and the John Hancock Building shortly after takeoff from Logan.
Downtown Worcester
A clear view of the urban center of Central Massachusetts and its historic industrial districts.
The Catskills
The distant, rugged peaks of the Catskill Mountains are visible to the southwest during the initial descent.
Empire State Plaza
The iconic brutalist architecture of New York's state capital buildings visible upon final approach to ALB.
Sit on the left for the best views of Boston's skyscrapers during departure. If landing to the north, you will get an excellent look at the Hudson Valley. Evening flights offer spectacular sunsets over the distant mountains.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 233 km (145 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Arrival: ALB (42.74829864501953, -73.80169677734375)
Route Type: Domestic
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