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BOS → SYR
Which side of the plane to sit from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston) to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (Syracuse)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Boston skyline during departure, the highest peak in Massachusetts (Mount Greylock), and the massive Oneida Lake just before landing in Syracuse.
Cambridge & Harvard
Aerial perspective of the Charles River, MIT, and Harvard University campus during the initial climb.
Mount Greylock
The highest point in Massachusetts, easily identifiable by the tower at its summit.
Albany Skyline
A distant view of the New York State Capitol and the unique architecture of the Empire State Plaza.
Mohawk Valley
The historic Erie Canal corridor and the rolling agricultural landscapes of central New York.
Oneida Lake
A magnificent view of New York's largest lake entirely within state borders as the plane descends into SYR.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes before landing for the best view of Oneida Lake, which appears massive and serves as a primary landmark for the Syracuse approach.
Boston Seaport
Direct views of the harbor and the rapidly developing Seaport District immediately after takeoff.
Quabbin Reservoir
The largest inland body of water in Massachusetts, surrounded by protected wilderness.
The Catskill Mountains
Rolling green or snow-capped peaks of the northern Catskills visible to the south as you enter New York.
Hudson River Valley
A scenic crossing of the historic Hudson River, often providing views of the Rip Van Winkle Bridge.
Skaneateles Lake
On final approach, glimpse the crystal-clear turquoise waters of the easternmost major Finger Lake.
Sit on the left if you are flying in the late afternoon to catch a stunning sunset over the Finger Lakes region. This side is also better for spotting the dense forests of the southern Berkshires during the mid-flight cruise.
Distance: 425 km (264 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 43 min
Departure: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Arrival: SYR (43.11119842529297, -76.1063003540039)
Route Type: Domestic
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