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DEN → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior primarily for the approach into New York, offering iconic views of the Manhattan skyline and the Great Lakes region during the cruise phase.
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Manhattan Skyline
Dramatic views of the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center during the final approach into JFK.
Lake Erie Shoreline
The northern flight path often skirts the southern edge of the Great Lakes, providing views of the coastline.
Midwestern Grids
The geometric 'Jeffersonian Grid' of Nebraska and Iowa farmlands creates a stunning quilt-like pattern.
George Washington Bridge
Spanning the Hudson River, this landmark is often visible during the descent over Northern New Jersey.
Flushing Meadows
View the Unisphere and Citi Field just before touchdown on certain runway configurations.
Book a window seat on the left for the most consistent views of New York City. For the best experience, choose a flight arriving at sunset; the sun will set on the right side, illuminating the Manhattan glass towers on your side with a golden glow. Keep an eye out for Chicago's distant skyline if the route takes a more northerly vector.
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Front Range Retreat
As you depart Denver, watch the Rocky Mountains fade into the horizon behind the wing.
Ohio River Valley
View the wide, winding curves of the Ohio River as it snakes through the industrial heartland.
Appalachian Ridges
Distinctive parallel mountain ridges of Pennsylvania, particularly beautiful when snow-capped in winter.
Jersey Shore
The Atlantic coastline and sandy beaches of New Jersey are visible during a southern approach loop.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
A glimpse of the massive bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn during the final turn.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. It provides excellent views of the Appalachian mountain folds. If landing on Runway 4, the right side may catch a distant view of the Statue of Liberty. In autumn, the right side offers spectacular views of the changing foliage over the Pennsylvania and New Jersey forests.
Book Hotels in New YorkDistance: 2,610 km (1,622 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 29 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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