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FCO → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence including views of the higher Alpine peaks, potential glimpses of Greenland on northern tracks, and the iconic Manhattan skyline during the final approach into JFK.
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Mont Blanc
Views of the highest peak in the Alps and the surrounding Aosta Valley on the border of Italy and France.
Greenland Ice Sheet
On more northerly flight tracks, witness the massive, serrated ice fields and deep fjords of southern Greenland.
Boston Metro
A clear view of the Charles River and the dense urban landscape of the Boston metropolitan area.
Manhattan Skyline
The premier view of the trip; depending on the approach, you can see the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center.
Statue of Liberty
Often visible during the final banking turns over the harbor if landing on runways 13L or 13R.
The right side is the 'money side' for the New York arrival. Most JFK approaches from the north or east favor this side for skyline views. For the best Alpine views, look out about 45-60 minutes after takeoff. If the flight is during the day, the sun will be on the left for much of the journey, making the right side better for photography.
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Tyrrhenian Coastline
Breathtaking views of the Italian coast and the crystalline waters of the Mediterranean shortly after takeoff from FCO.
Swiss and French Alps
Stunning vistas of snow-capped peaks and glacial valleys as the flight paths northwest toward the Atlantic.
Southern Ireland
The rugged, emerald-green cliffs and rolling hills of the Irish coastline before the long ocean crossing.
Newfoundland Coast
The first sight of North American land, featuring rocky inlets and occasionally visible icebergs in the spring.
Cape Cod
The distinctive hook-shaped peninsula of Massachusetts is often clearly visible during the descent.
The left side is ideal for morning departures to avoid direct glare while viewing the Alps. It provides the best perspective of the New England coastline as you approach New York from the North. Watch for the 'Great Circle' path updates on your monitor to see if you will pass directly over Newfoundland.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 6,866 km (4,266 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 5 min
Departure: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: International
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