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BOS → CMH
Which side of the plane to sit from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (Columbus)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Boston Harbor during takeoff, potential distant views of the New York City skyline, and the most dramatic perspectives of the Appalachian ridge-and-valley formations in Pennsylvania.
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Boston Skyline & Harbor
Immediately after takeoff, catch a panoramic view of the Financial District, the Charles River, and the historic Boston Harbor islands.
Metropolitan NYC (Distant)
On clear days, looking south allows a glimpse of the dense urban sprawl of Northern New Jersey and the distant silhouette of Manhattan.
Susquehanna River
A striking view of one of the oldest rivers in the world as it winds through the heart of Pennsylvania near Harrisburg.
Appalachian Ridges
The 'Ridge and Valley' province of the Appalachians creates a stunning, corrugated landscape of parallel forested mountains.
For the best experience, book a late afternoon flight; the sun will be behind the plane or to the south, illuminating the Appalachian ridges with long shadows that highlight the topography. If departing from Runway 22L, the left side provides the iconic shot of the Boston city core.
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Quabbin Reservoir
A massive, man-made wilderness area in central Massachusetts that serves as Boston's primary water source.
The Catskill Mountains
Look north to see the high peaks of the Catskills and the deep cloves that define the southeastern New York landscape.
Greater Pittsburgh
Depending on the specific airway used, you can often spot the confluence of the three rivers and the dense urban center of Pittsburgh.
Alum Creek Lake
During the final descent into Columbus, this large reservoir serves as a primary visual landmark just north of the city.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. This side also offers a better chance of seeing the 'Finger Lakes' region in the far distance if the flight path takes a more northerly route over New York state. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing for the reservoirs north of Columbus.
Book Hotels in ColumbusDistance: 1,028 km (639 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Arrival: CMH (39.998001, -82.891899)
Route Type: Domestic
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