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IND → LGA
Which side of the plane to sit from Indianapolis International Airport (Indianapolis) to La Guardia Airport (New York)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer excellent views of the Appalachian Mountains, the right side is superior for the iconic final approach into LaGuardia, offering the best vantage point for the Manhattan skyline and New York Harbor.
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Ohio River Valley
Industrial landscapes and winding river bends near the Ohio and West Virginia border.
Greater Pittsburgh
Views of the Three Rivers confluence and the outskirts of the Steel City.
Philadelphia Skyline
On clear days, the skyscrapers of Center City Philadelphia are visible to the south across the Jersey plains.
Statue of Liberty
A classic view of the harbor, including Lady Liberty and Ellis Island, during the harbor approach.
Midtown Manhattan
The quintessential view of the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and One World Trade Center.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
The massive suspension bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn marks the entrance to the harbor.
For the best experience, book a window seat on the right side for a sunset flight. The 'River Visual' approach to Runway 13 provides an unparalleled panoramic view of the entire Manhattan skyline. Keep your camera ready as the plane banks over the East River.
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Aerial views of the Ohio state capital and its surrounding suburban sprawl shortly after takeoff.
Appalachian Ridges
Dramatic views of the folded mountain ridges of central Pennsylvania and the Susquehanna River.
Poconos Mountains
Lush forested landscapes and vacation lakes as the flight crosses into eastern Pennsylvania.
Central Park
On many northern approaches to LGA, the left side offers a direct look down into the greenery of Manhattan's park.
Long Island Sound
Vistas of the coastline and marinas of Connecticut and the Bronx during the final descent.
The left side is ideal for catching a glimpse of the George Washington Bridge and the upper reaches of Manhattan. If the flight path uses the 'Expressway Visual' approach, you will have a unique view of Citi Field and the US Open tennis center just before touchdown.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,060 km (659 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: IND (39.7173, -86.294403)
Arrival: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Route Type: Domestic
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