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JFK → SNN
Which side of the plane to sit from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Shannon Airport (Shannon)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the North American coastline, potential Aurora Borealis, and the dramatic Cliffs of Moher on arrival.
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Long Island Shoreline
Panoramic views of the Hamptons and Montauk Point shortly after departure from JFK.
Nova Scotia Coast
The rugged, indented coastline and dense forests of Atlantic Canada are often visible.
St. John's
The historic easternmost city of North America visible before the long ocean stretch.
Aurora Borealis
On nighttime flights in winter, look north for the possibility of dancing green lights.
Cliffs of Moher
Dramatic limestone cliffs standing 700 feet above the Atlantic during the descent.
Select a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Since this is an eastbound red-eye flight, stay awake for the final 30 minutes to catch the first glimpse of Ireland's famous green landscape and the jagged western coastline.
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Cape Cod
The iconic hooked peninsula of Massachusetts extending into the deep blue Atlantic.
Sable Island
A remote, crescent-shaped sandbar known for its wild horses and numerous shipwrecks.
Atlantic Vastness
The transition from the shallow continental shelf to the deep ocean abyss under a rising sun.
Shannon Estuary
The scenic meeting point of the River Shannon and the Irish sea during the final approach.
The right side is perfect for capturing the sunrise over the horizon during the early morning arrival. During the landing pattern into SNN, this side typically provides excellent views of the Loop Head Peninsula and the southern banks of the Shannon Estuary.
Book Hotels in ShannonDistance: 4,946 km (3,073 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 49 min
Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Arrival: SNN (52.702, -8.92482)
Route Type: International
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