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BOS → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a premier gallery of the Eastern Seaboard's most iconic urban skylines, including New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C., followed by the rolling Blue Ridge Mountains.
Boston Skyline
Excellent views of the Prudential Tower, the Charles River, and Cambridge shortly after takeoff.
Manhattan Skyline
A spectacular view of Central Park, the Empire State Building, and the Hudson River about 35-45 minutes into the flight.
Philadelphia
Clear sightlines of the Center City skyscrapers and the winding Delaware River valley.
Washington D.C.
Distant but distinct views of the National Mall, including the Capitol and the Washington Monument.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The hazy, rolling peaks of the Appalachian range as the plane traverses Virginia and North Carolina.
Buckhead & Midtown
The dense secondary skylines of northern Atlanta as the flight descends toward Hartsfield-Jackson.
The right side is the 'urban' side of the plane. For the best views of NYC, try to book a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed downward angle. During autumn, this side offers vibrant fall foliage views over the Appalachian foothills. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography of the mountain ranges.
Boston Harbor & Islands
Aerial views of the historic harbor islands and the Massachusetts coastline immediately after departure.
Long Island Sound
The expansive waterway separating the Connecticut shoreline from the north beaches of Long Island.
The Jersey Shore
Continuous views of the Atlantic coastline, barrier islands, and famous boardwalk towns like Atlantic City.
Chesapeake Bay
The vast estuary system of Maryland and Virginia, including the impressive spans of the Bay Bridge.
Stone Mountain
A massive quartz monadnock dome rising 1,686 feet, located just east of Atlanta during the final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. This side is also superior for spotting Stone Mountain during the 'Standard Terminal Arrival' into ATL from the northeast. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing.
Distance: 1,522 km (946 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: Domestic
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