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CVG → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is the clear winner for this route, offering a front-row seat to the dramatic folding ridges of the Appalachian Mountains and a statistically higher chance of seeing the Philadelphia skyline and Delaware River during the final approach.
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Ohio River Valley
Aerial views of the winding Ohio River immediately after departure from CVG.
Appalachian Ridges
Stunning perspectives of the Ridge-and-Valley Province, featuring long, parallel forested ridges.
Lancaster Farmland
The famous patchwork quilt appearance of the well-maintained Amish and Mennonite farms.
Philadelphia Skyline
A high-probability view of Center City's skyscrapers as the plane aligns for landing.
Commodore Barry Bridge
A bird's eye view of the massive cantilever bridge spanning the Delaware River near the airport.
For the best experience, choose the Right Side for sunset flights; the golden hour light hitting the Appalachian ridges is spectacular. During the descent into PHL, keep your camera ready as the plane often flies parallel to the city center before making its final turn.
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Ohio Basin Farmland
Vast, geometric agricultural grids stretching across the rolling hills of southern Ohio.
Susquehanna River
A massive, winding waterway that cuts through the Pennsylvania landscape near Harrisburg.
Reading & Suburbs
Clear views of the industrial hubs and sprawling residential areas of eastern Pennsylvania.
On the left, aim for a seat forward of the wing to get an unobstructed view of the Susquehanna River crossing. This side is better for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare that can affect the right side.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 814 km (506 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: Domestic
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