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JFK → MDE
Which side of the plane to sit from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (Rio Negro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of iconic urban landscapes during departure from New York and stunning tropical mountain views upon arrival in Colombia, including a higher probability of seeing the Manhattan skyline and the lush ridges of the Andes.
Manhattan Skyline
Depending on the departure runway, you may get a panoramic view of the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center.
Jamaica's North Coast
Lush tropical forests and the coastal reefs of Jamaica visible during the mid-flight crossing.
The Andes Mountains
Spectacular views of the jagged green ridges of the Colombian Andes during the final approach into the high-altitude airport.
Magdalena River Valley
The winding path of Colombia's principal river cutting through the tropical valley before the climb into the mountains.
Sunset Horizons
On late afternoon flights, this side provides front-row seats to the sun setting over the Pacific-facing side of the continent.
Book a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. The approach into MDE is notoriously scenic; the right side often catches a glimpse of the Aburrá Valley and Medellín's outskirts if the plane patterns from the north. In the afternoon, use a polarizer or sunglasses to mitigate high-altitude glare over the Caribbean.
Long Island Shoreline
Aerial views of the Rockaways and the continuous stretch of Atlantic beaches as the plane climbs south.
The Bahamas Archipelago
Vivid turquoise waters and the intricate patterns of the Exuma Cays as you transit through Caribbean airspace.
Sierra Maestra
The rugged mountain ranges of Eastern Cuba visible as the flight path crosses the island toward the Caribbean Sea.
Deep Caribbean Blue
Expansive views of the deep trench waters between Jamaica and the South American continent.
Sit on the left for the best morning light without direct glare. During the descent into Rionegro, this side often faces the rising peaks of the Central Cordillera. Look for the turquoise sandbars of the Bahamas about 2.5 to 3 hours into the flight.
Distance: 3,837 km (2,384 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 31 min
Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Arrival: MDE (6.164540000000001, -75.4231)
Route Type: International
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