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BOS → CLE
Which side of the plane to sit from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this westbound route, offering potential views of Niagara Falls, the Great Lakes coastline, and the Boston skyline immediately upon departure.
Boston Harbor
A stunning aerial view of the Boston skyline and Logan Airport immediately following a westbound takeoff.
Quabbin Reservoir
One of the largest man-made reservoirs in the United States, appearing as a massive blue expanse in central Massachusetts.
Lake Ontario
The vast blue horizon of the smallest Great Lake becomes visible as the flight crosses New York state.
Niagara Falls
On many flight paths, the mist and massive scale of the falls near Buffalo are visible to the north.
Lake Erie Shoreline
A long, scenic approach following the southern coast of Lake Erie into the Cleveland metropolitan area.
The right side is the 'Niagara side.' To maximize your chances of seeing the falls, choose a seat slightly behind the wing. For evening flights, the sunset over Lake Erie during the final approach into CLE can be breathtaking. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for the Boston city view.
The Berkshires
Dense forests and rolling hills of Western Massachusetts visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Catskill Mountains
The rugged peaks of southeastern New York provide a dramatic landscape to the south of the flight path.
Southern Finger Lakes
Glimpses of the narrow, deep glacial lakes of Central New York cutting through the landscape.
Allegheny Plateau
The transition into the industrial heartland and the rugged terrain of northern Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio.
Greater Akron
As the plane descends into Cleveland, the suburban sprawl and lakes of the Akron area are often visible.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side offers better views of the dense Appalachian forests and the undulating topography of the Rust Belt. During autumn, the fall foliage across New York and Pennsylvania is spectacular from this side.
Distance: 903 km (561 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Arrival: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Route Type: Domestic
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