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JFK → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the New England coastline, the rugged maritime provinces of Canada, and a more frequent perspective of the Vienna city center and the Danube river during the final approach.
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Manhattan Skyline
Shortly after takeoff from JFK, look back to see the iconic New York City skyline and Central Park.
Cape Cod & Boston
Clear views of the distinctive hook-shaped peninsula of Massachusetts and the Boston harbor area.
Newfoundland Coast
The last sight of North America features rugged cliffs, deep fjords, and the rocky coastline of Atlantic Canada.
Irish Landfall
The first sight of Europe often includes the vibrant green fields and jagged cliffs of the Irish west coast.
Northern Germany
Pass over the geometric agricultural patterns and historic cities of the North German Plain.
Vienna & the Danube
On the standard approach, the left side usually faces the historic city center and the winding Danube river.
Since this is typically an overnight flight, sit on the left for a chance to see the Aurora Borealis during the winter months when flying over the North Atlantic. For the best view of the Vienna skyline, choose a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze during the descent.
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Long Island Shoreline
Enjoy views of the Hamptons beaches and the Montauk Point Lighthouse during the initial climb.
Atlantic Sunrise
Being on the south side of the aircraft provides a front-row seat to a spectacular sunrise over the ocean.
Southern England
Look for the English Channel and distant views of the sprawling London metropolitan area.
The Rhine Valley
Observe the winding Rhine river as it cuts through the vineyard-covered hills of Western Germany.
The Alps
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Austrian Alps are visible on the southern horizon during arrival.
The right side faces the sun for the entire morning portion of the flight. Keep your window shade closed during the middle of the flight to sleep, but open it about 90 minutes before landing to catch the morning light over the European continent.
Book Hotels in ViennaDistance: 6,805 km (4,228 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs
Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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