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JFK → BUR
Which side of the plane to sit from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Bob Hope Airport (Burbank)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is ideal for westbound travel as it avoids direct sun glare, providing consistent lighting for photography of the Rockies, the Great Lakes, and the dramatic San Gabriel Mountains upon arrival.
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Hudson River
Excellent views of the George Washington Bridge and the New Jersey Palisades shortly after takeoff.
The Great Lakes
Distant views of Lake Erie and the southern tip of Lake Michigan, depending on the specific air corridor.
The Rocky Mountains
Spectacular snow-capped peaks of the Front Range in Colorado or the rugged terrain of Wyoming.
Las Vegas Strip
The dense cluster of mega-resorts and neon lights is often visible when passing north of the city.
San Gabriel Mountains
A close-up view of the rugged mountains that border the northern edge of the Los Angeles basin during arrival.
The right side is the 'cool' side for this westbound route; you will have better visibility of the ground without the sun's interference. For evening flights, you may catch a beautiful sunset reflecting off the wings and the landscape of the Mojave Desert just before landing.
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Manhattan Skyline
Breathtaking views of the Financial District and Midtown skyscrapers immediately following a westbound departure.
Appalachian Ridges
Distinctive fold-and-thrust belt geological formations visible across Pennsylvania.
Mississippi River
The massive North American artery winding through the Midwest landscape.
Monument Valley
Iconic red sandstone buttes near the Four Corners region if the flight takes a southerly track.
Hollywood Sign
Potential views of the Hollywood Sign and Griffith Observatory during the final descent into the San Fernando Valley.
Select a seat on the left for the best chance of spotting Los Angeles landmarks during the final approach. However, be aware that on a morning or midday flight, the sun will be on this side, which can make the cabin hot and create significant window glare.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 3,958 km (2,459 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 39 min
Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Arrival: BUR (34.200698852539055, -118.35900115966795)
Route Type: Domestic
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