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JFK → ORY
Which side of the plane to sit from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Paris-Orly Airport (Paris)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior coastal views of New England and the Canadian Maritimes during departure, potential for Northern Lights at high latitudes, and a scenic approach over the Normandy coast.
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Long Island Sound
Aerial views of the North Shore and the Connecticut coastline immediately following departure from JFK.
Cape Cod & Islands
The distinct hook shape of Massachusetts' Cape Cod and the islands of Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.
Maritime Provinces
Rugged coastlines and dense forests of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland before the ocean crossing.
Aurora Borealis
On night flights, the northern horizon often reveals the Northern Lights due to the high-latitude flight path.
Normandy Coast
The white cliffs and historic D-Day beaches of northern France as the aircraft enters European airspace.
Parisian Horizon
Depending on the wind direction, a distant view of the Eiffel Tower and the city skyline during the descent into Orly.
Book a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views. This is typically a night flight; the first 2 hours provide coastal views, while the final hour offers French landscapes. If flying in winter, keep an eye on the northern sky for the Aurora Borealis during the mid-flight crossing.
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Atlantic Horizon
Vast, uninterrupted views of the North Atlantic Ocean and complex cloud formations.
Atlantic Sunrise
The right side receives the first light of dawn over the ocean as the plane flies eastward toward Europe.
Loire Valley
Distant views of the 'Garden of France' and its famous chateaux if the flight takes a more southerly approach.
Southern Suburbs
Intricate patterns of French villages and the dense residential layout of the Île-de-France region.
The right side is ideal for passengers who want to see the sunrise over the Atlantic. However, it can be quite bright during the morning arrival, so high-quality sunglasses are recommended. This side is generally quieter visually until the final approach into the Paris basin.
Book Hotels in ParisDistance: 5,834 km (3,625 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 52 min
Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Arrival: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Route Type: International
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