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CDG → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is generally superior for this westbound journey because it avoids the harsh southern sun glare and provides a chance to see the spectacular Greenland ice cap and the rugged Canadian North.
Greenland Ice Sheet
Depending on the North Atlantic Tracks, you may see the stunning glaciers and icebergs of Greenland's southern tip.
Newfoundland Wilderness
Vast stretches of untouched boreal forest and thousands of small lakes as you cross into North American airspace.
Boston Harbor
Clear aerial views of Logan Airport, the Charles River, and the dense urban grid of Massachusetts' capital city.
Delaware Water Gap
The scenic point where the Delaware River carves through the Appalachian Mountains in northern Pennsylvania.
Delaware River Bridges
Views of the various suspension bridges connecting Philadelphia to New Jersey during the arrival sequence.
The Right Side offers indirect lighting which is perfect for photography without glare. Watch the flight map closely about 4 hours in for the Greenland crossing. As you approach PHL, this side offers excellent views of the Pennsylvania countryside and the suburban sprawl of the Delaware Valley.
Normandy Coastline
Views of the historic D-Day beaches and the white chalk cliffs along the northern French coast shortly after departure.
Nova Scotia Coast
The rocky Atlantic shoreline of Canada, featuring numerous inlets and the scenic landscape around Halifax.
New York City Skyline
On a clear day during the descent, look for the distant but iconic silhouettes of the Manhattan skyscrapers.
Atlantic City
The famous boardwalk and seaside casinos of the New Jersey coast are often visible during the final approach phase.
South Philadelphia
The sports complex including Lincoln Financial Field and the Wells Fargo Center just before touchdown at PHL.
This side faces south, meaning you will deal with direct sunlight for the majority of the flight; keep your window shade down during the mid-Atlantic to stay cool. The best views occur in the final 30 minutes of the flight when passing the New York and New Jersey coastlines.
Distance: 5,984 km (3,718 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 2 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: International
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