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JFK → RIX
Which side of the plane to sit from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Riga International Airport (Riga)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic scenery, including the rugged Canadian Maritimes, potential views of Greenland or Iceland on northern tracks, and the best opportunity to witness the Aurora Borealis during the night.
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Newfoundland Cliffs
Rugged coastal terrain and deep fjords of the Canadian coastline.
Greenland Icecap
On northern routes, the vast white expanse of glaciers and icebergs is visible.
Northern Lights
The prime side for viewing the Aurora Borealis during the night transit.
Stockholm Archipelago
A stunning view of thousands of islands as you cross from Sweden to the Baltic.
Saaremaa Island
The largest island of Estonia visible shortly before the final descent.
For the best experience, monitor the flight map; if the route passes north of 60 degrees latitude, keep your window shade open at night to spot the Aurora Borealis. In winter, look for sea ice near the coast of Labrador and Newfoundland during the first few hours of flight.
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Manhattan Skyline
Unrivaled views of New York City skyscrapers immediately following takeoff.
Nova Scotia
The picturesque coastline of the Canadian Maritimes during the initial climb.
Bornholm Island
A scenic Danish island located in the Baltic Sea between Germany and Sweden.
Jurmala Coast
The famous white sand beaches and seaside villas of Latvia's resort capital.
Gulf of Riga
Busy shipping lanes and blue waters leading directly into the port of Riga.
The right side is superior for viewing the sunrise over the Atlantic horizon as you approach Europe. It also provides a better perspective of the Latvian coastline and the sprawling pine forests of the Kemeri National Park during the landing sequence into RIX.
Book Hotels in RigaDistance: 6,746 km (4,192 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 56 min
Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Arrival: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)
Route Type: International
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