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GSO → LGA
Which side of the plane to sit from Piedmont Triad International Airport (Greensboro) to La Guardia Airport (New York)?
Left Side of the Plane
While both sides offer spectacular views, the Left Side is the winner for the iconic Manhattan skyline sequence. As you approach LaGuardia, the left side typically provides a head-on view of Central Park, Midtown skyscrapers, and the Hudson River, especially during the common 'River Visual' or 'Expressway Visual' patterns.
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Piedmont Triad Takeoff
Aerial views of the Greensboro urban forest and the sprawling industrial parks surrounding the airport.
D.C. Perimeter
Distant views of the Washington Monument and the Potomac River as the flight tracks north through the DMV corridor.
Philadelphia Skyline
Clear sightlines of the Comcast Center and Center City Philadelphia when flying over the Delaware Valley.
Central Park
On final approach, the distinct green rectangle of Central Park stands out against the dense Manhattan grid.
Midtown Manhattan
Up-close views of the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and the billionaire's row skyscrapers.
Book a window seat on the left (A or B) for the best views of the NYC skyline during landing. Late afternoon flights are ideal, as the setting sun hits the Manhattan glass towers, creating a stunning golden reflection. Keep your camera ready as soon as the pilot announces the descent over New Jersey.
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Chesapeake Bay
Vast views of the bay's intricate shoreline, including the mouth of the Susquehanna River.
The Jersey Shore
A long stretch of Atlantic coastline, featuring the boardwalks of Atlantic City and Asbury Park.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
The massive suspension bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn marks the entrance to New York Harbor.
Statue of Liberty
Often visible during the 'Expressway Visual' approach, appearing as a small but distinct green icon in the harbor.
Brooklyn Waterfront
Views of the industrial and residential transformation along the East River and the Brooklyn Navy Yard.
The right side is superior for coastal geography. If you are flying in the morning, the sun will be behind you or directly above, providing great lighting for the Atlantic coast and the Statue of Liberty. If landing on Runway 31, look for the 'Expressway Visual' which banks sharply over the right side's landmarks.
Book Hotels in New YorkDistance: 741 km (460 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: GSO (36.097801208496094, -79.93730163574219)
Arrival: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Route Type: Domestic
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