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HVN → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Tweed New Haven Airport (New Haven) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of the New York City skyline, including Manhattan's skyscrapers and the Statue of Liberty, followed by a direct approach view of downtown Philadelphia.
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Manhattan Skyline
Dramatic views of the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the cluster of towers in Lower Manhattan.
Statue of Liberty
A clear view of Liberty Island and the iconic statue standing in the Upper New York Bay.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
The massive suspension bridge connecting Brooklyn and Staten Island as you cross into New Jersey airspace.
Trenton
Spot the gold-domed New Jersey State House as the flight follows the path of the Delaware River.
Philadelphia Skyline
A spectacular low-altitude view of Center City, featuring the Comcast Technology Center and City Hall during the final approach.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for this short hop. Afternoon flights are ideal to avoid sun glare and capture the golden hour light on the glass towers of NYC and Philly. Keep your camera ready shortly after passing the Connecticut-New York border, as the descent into PHL often provides a perfect angle of the Philadelphia downtown core if landing to the west.
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Long Island Sound
Expansive views of the Connecticut shoreline and the deep blue waters of the sound immediately after takeoff.
Long Island Gold Coast
Aerial perspective of the lavish estates and sandy bluffs along the northern shore of Long Island.
JFK Airport
A top-down view of the complex runway layout and terminal architecture of John F. Kennedy International.
Sandy Hook
The distinct narrow sand spit of the Gateway National Recreation Area reaching into New York Bay.
Barnegat Bay
The intricate network of wetlands and coastal inlets along the northern New Jersey coastline.
Sit on the left for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. This side is also superior for viewing the industrial layout of North Jersey's shipping ports and the vastness of the Atlantic horizon. Watch for the 'V' shape of Sandy Hook as a landmark for entering the Jersey Shore corridor.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 252 km (157 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: HVN (41.26369858, -72.88680267)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: Domestic
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