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JFK → CHS
Which side of the plane to sit from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Charleston Air Force Base-International Airport (Charleston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is superior for its continuous coastal scenery, featuring the dramatic geography of the Outer Banks and the vast Atlantic Ocean, providing a sense of scale and coastal beauty.
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Rockaway Peninsula
Catch immediate views of the New York coastline and Jamaica Bay during the initial climb out of JFK.
Atlantic City
Identify the distinctive cluster of high-rise casinos and the long boardwalk along the New Jersey shoreline.
The Outer Banks
The flight's scenic peak: see the thin ribbon of islands and sandbars separating the Pamlico Sound from the Atlantic.
Myrtle Beach
Observe the 'Grand Strand', a famous 60-mile stretch of continuous white sandy beach in South Carolina.
Charleston Harbor
Spot the historic Fort Sumter and the container ships entering the harbor as you descend into CHS.
Book a morning flight to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. This side is most consistent for coastal views, especially when the flight path stays closer to the shoreline. Look for the transition from the deep blue ocean to the emerald green waters of the Carolinas.
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Manhattan Skyline
Depending on the departure runway and turn, you may see the Freedom Tower and Midtown skyscrapers to the northwest.
Chesapeake Bay
View the massive estuary system to the west while the plane traverses the Delmarva Peninsula.
Francis Marion National Forest
Vast stretches of pine forests and swampy wetlands provide a lush green landscape as you enter South Carolina.
Ravenel Bridge
A fantastic top-down perspective of the iconic cable-stayed bridge over the Cooper River just before landing.
Sit on the right side for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side offers better views of the inland river systems and the North Charleston industrial waterfront during the final descent. It is also the better side for sunset views over the mainland.
Book Hotels in CharlestonDistance: 1,025 km (637 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Arrival: CHS (32.89860153, -80.04049683)
Route Type: Domestic
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