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Our Recommendation
7.5

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.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Cambridge & Harvard

Aerial perspective of the Charles River, MIT, and Harvard University campus during the initial climb.

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Mount Greylock

The highest point in Massachusetts, easily identifiable by the tower at its summit.

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Albany Skyline

A distant view of the New York State Capitol and the unique architecture of the Empire State Plaza.

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Mohawk Valley

The historic Erie Canal corridor and the rolling agricultural landscapes of central New York.

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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.

Left Side Highlights
6.8
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Boston Seaport

Direct views of the harbor and the rapidly developing Seaport District immediately after takeoff.

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Quabbin Reservoir

The largest inland body of water in Massachusetts, surrounded by protected wilderness.

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The Catskill Mountains

Rolling green or snow-capped peaks of the northern Catskills visible to the south as you enter New York.

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Hudson River Valley

A scenic crossing of the historic Hudson River, often providing views of the Rip Van Winkle Bridge.

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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.

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Route Information

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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