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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior coastal experience, featuring the New York City skyline, the scenic Long Island Sound, and the iconic lighthouse-dotted coastline of Maine during the final approach.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Chesapeake Bay

View the vast estuary and its complex network of inlets shortly after takeoff from BWI.

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Manhattan Skyline

One of the world's most iconic views, usually visible as the plane traverses the New Jersey/New York corridor.

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Long Island Sound

A beautiful vista of the Connecticut shoreline and the beaches of northern Long Island.

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Boston Harbor

Catch a glimpse of the city skyline and the various islands scattered across the harbor.

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Casco Bay

Stunning views of the 'Calendar Islands' and the rugged Maine coast during the final landing sequence.

The right side is the 'coastal side.' To maximize your view of New York City, aim for a seat behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the skyline. Keep your camera ready during the last 15 minutes of the flight for breathtaking views of the Maine lighthouses and rocky shores.

Left Side Highlights
6.5
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Philadelphia Skyline

View the dense urban center of the City of Brotherly Love as you head northeast.

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Hudson River Valley

Aerial perspectives of the winding river and the rolling hills of the Hudson Highlands.

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Hartford

The capital of Connecticut is visible as the flight crosses the New England interior.

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White Mountains

On clear days, the distant peaks of the Presidential Range in New Hampshire are visible to the north.

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Sebago Lake

Maine's second-largest lake is a prominent landmark during the initial descent into Portland.

Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Appalachian foothills. This side provides better views of the inland New England forests, which are particularly stunning during the peak autumn foliage season in October.

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Route Information

Distance: 726 km (451 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min

Departure: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)

Arrival: PWM (43.64619827, -70.30930328)

Route Type: Domestic

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