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BOS → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers the iconic and unparalleled view of the Manhattan skyline during the final descent into JFK, providing a dramatic finish to the short flight.
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Boston Skyline
Spectacular views of the Prudential Center, Hancock Tower, and Fenway Park if the plane departs towards the west.
Providence Skyline
Glance at the Rhode Island State House and downtown Providence while cruising at lower altitudes.
Manhattan Skyline
The star attraction; a clear view of the Empire State Building, One World Trade, and the Midtown cluster on approach.
Central Park
Often visible as a distinct green rectangle amidst the dense urban grid of New York City.
East River Bridges
Bird's-eye view of the Queensboro, Williamsburg, Manhattan, and Brooklyn Bridges during final maneuvers.
Sit on the right for the highest probability of seeing the New York City skyline. To avoid engine heat blur or wing obstruction, book a seat forward of the wing. This flight is very short (often under 45 minutes of air time), so have your camera ready within 15 minutes of takeoff. Night flights on this side are particularly stunning due to the city lights.
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Boston Harbor Islands
Aerial view of the historic islands including Georges and Spectacle Island immediately after takeoff.
Cape Cod Bay
Distant views of the sweeping arc of the Massachusetts coast and the Atlantic horizon.
Newport Coast
Visible views of the famous Rhode Island sailing capital and its Gilded Age mansions.
Long Island Sound
A continuous view of the coastal waters and the North Shore of Long Island.
Choose this side for softer morning light during sunrise flights. It is the better side for observing the coastline of Connecticut and the eastern tip of Long Island. If the plane circles over the ocean for traffic patterns, you will get a wide-angle view of the Atlantic.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 300 km (186 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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