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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers unparalleled views of the Mid-Atlantic coastline, the Philadelphia skyline, and most importantly, a spectacular bird's-eye view of Manhattan and the New York City metropolitan area.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Chesapeake Bay

Expansive views of the upper bay, including various inlets and the northern reaches of the Delmarva Peninsula.

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Philadelphia Skyline

A clear view of the Center City skyscrapers and the winding Delaware River waterfront.

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Manhattan Skyline

The absolute highlight, featuring the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the dense skyscraper clusters of NYC.

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Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge

The massive suspension bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn marks the entrance to NY Harbor.

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Long Island Sound

The glittering water between the Connecticut coast and Long Island, often dotted with sailboats in summer.

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Connecticut River

Follow the winding path of New England's longest river as it leads directly toward the airport runway.

Book a window seat on the right for the iconic NYC fly-by. Morning flights are ideal for lighting up the Manhattan skyline, while evening flights offer a stunning view of the city lights. Be prepared with a camera shortly after passing Philadelphia.

Left Side Highlights
6.2
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Baltimore Inner Harbor

Aerial view of the National Aquarium and the historic waterfront shortly after takeoff from BWI.

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I-95 Corridor

Follow the primary transit artery of the East Coast as it carves through Maryland and Delaware.

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Ramapo Mountains

Rolling green hills and rocky ridges as the flight crosses from New Jersey into New York state.

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Litchfield Hills

Dense forest canopies and rural Connecticut estates visible during the initial descent phase.

Sit on the left if you want to avoid the direct morning sun on northbound flights. While less iconic than the right, it offers peaceful views of the Appalachian foothills and the Hudson Valley's western bank.

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Route Information

Distance: 456 km (283 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 46 min

Departure: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)

Arrival: BDL (41.9388999939, -72.68319702149999)

Route Type: Domestic

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