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CMH → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (Columbus) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views of the Manhattan skyline, Central Park, and the Hudson River as the aircraft descends into the New York City metropolitan area.
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Allegheny National Forest
Dense woodland and rolling hills of Northern Pennsylvania visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Manhattan Skyline
Breathtaking views of the Empire State Building and Midtown skyscrapers during the standard arrival sequence.
Central Park
The distinct green rectangle of Manhattan's lungs is often clearly visible during the final descent.
George Washington Bridge
The massive suspension bridge connecting New Jersey and Upper Manhattan spanning the Hudson River.
MetLife Stadium
The home of the Giants and Jets is a prominent landmark in the New Jersey Meadowlands before crossing the river.
Sit on the left for the best chance of seeing the full Manhattan skyline. For morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for photos. Request a seat in front of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion during descent.
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Appalachian Ridges
The rhythmic wave-like patterns of the Appalachian Mountains stretching across Central Pennsylvania.
Statue of Liberty
Depending on the approach path, a distant but recognizable view of Liberty Island in the New York Harbor.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
The massive bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn marks the entrance to the inner harbor.
Jersey Shore Line
The transition from the New Jersey mainland to the Atlantic Ocean coastline as the plane turns for JFK.
Port Newark
One of the busiest shipping terminals in the world with thousands of colorful shipping containers.
The right side is ideal for catching glimpses of the Statue of Liberty if the plane approaches from the south. During sunset flights, this side offers dramatic orange and pink reflections over the Atlantic Ocean and New Jersey coast.
Book Hotels in New YorkDistance: 776 km (482 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: CMH (39.998001, -82.891899)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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