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Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side is typically superior for this transatlantic crossing, offering breathtaking views of the Greenland ice sheet, the rugged Canadian coastline, and the possibility of seeing the Northern Lights on overnight flights.

Right Side Highlights
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Greater London Area

The route often passes just north of London, providing views of the Thames River and the UK's urban heart.

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Greenland Glaciers

The crown jewel of the flight; massive white ice sheets, jagged mountains, and turquoise glacial lakes.

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Iceberg Alley

Spot large icebergs floating off the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador during late spring and summer.

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Newfoundland Wilderness

The rocky, indented coastline and vast boreal forests of eastern Canada.

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Nova Scotia Forests

Views of the dense evergreen forests and coastal bays of the Canadian Maritimes.

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New England Coastline

Detailed views of the Maine and Massachusetts coast, including the Boston metropolitan area on clear days.

The Right Side is the best choice for the 'North Atlantic Special.' Request a window seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Greenland Ice Sheet, which is best viewed 4-5 hours into the flight. For night flights, this side is the only one that may offer views of the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights).

Left Side Highlights
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Brussels Urban Sprawl

Aerial views of the Belgian capital and the Atomium structure immediately after departure.

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English Channel

Look south to see the busy shipping lanes and the distant coastline of Northern France.

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Southern Irish Coast

The rugged cliffs and green fields of County Cork and Kerry are often visible if the route takes a southern track.

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Atlantic Cloudscapes

Spectacular sunset views over the open ocean on afternoon departures from Europe.

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Long Island Beaches

The final descent often tracks along the southern shore of Long Island, showing off the Hamptons and Fire Island.

Choose the left side for afternoon sun and dramatic sunset colors over the Atlantic. During the final approach into JFK, if the aircraft lands on Runway 22L, this side offers a strategic vantage point for the Manhattan skyline and the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge.

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Route Information

Distance: 5,886 km (3,657 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 55 min

Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)

Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)

Route Type: International

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