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DKR → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport (Dakar) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is the superior choice primarily for the arrival into New York. While most of the flight is over the Atlantic, the left side offers the best possibility of viewing the New England coast and the iconic Manhattan skyline during the final approach to JFK.
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Senegal North Coast
Aerial views of the Langue de Barbarie and the historic city of Saint-Louis shortly after departure.
Intertropical Cloudscapes
Dramatic towering cumulus and weather systems typical of the mid-Atlantic flight paths.
New England Islands
Views of Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard as the flight crosses into North American airspace.
Manhattan Skyline
On specific approaches like the 'Parkway Visual', the left side offers stunning views of Central Park and Midtown.
Sit on the left for the best chance of a 'skyline' approach. For a daylight arrival, you will have excellent visibility of the Long Island Sound. During winter months, look for ice formations along the northern coastlines as you approach the US.
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African Renaissance Monument
The tallest statue in Africa is often visible on the Dakar skyline immediately after takeoff.
Gorée Island
A historic UNESCO World Heritage site located just off the coast of the Dakar peninsula.
Oceanic Sunrise
Unobstructed views of the sun rising over the Atlantic on overnight westbound journeys.
Long Island South Shore
Beautiful views of the barrier islands, including Fire Island and Jones Beach, during the descent.
The right side is ideal for capturing the departure from Dakar's Cap-Vert peninsula. If you are on an overnight flight, the right side avoids the direct glare of the afternoon sun when landing in New York, which is better for photography.
Book Hotels in New YorkDistance: 6,120 km (3,803 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 12 min
Departure: DKR (14.739700317382812, -17.49020004272461)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: International
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