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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Great Lakes, the dense forests of the Northwoods, and the winding river systems of the Canadian prairies, often avoiding the direct glare of the sun on westbound flights.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Hudson River Valley

Follow the winding Hudson River north as you climb out of the New York airspace.

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Niagara Falls

On a northern-leaning flight path, the mist of the falls is often visible near the Lake Erie shoreline.

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Great Lakes Coastlines

Vast expanses of blue water and white-sand shorelines along Lake Erie and Lake Huron.

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Northwoods Wilderness

A landscape of thousands of glacial lakes and dense evergreen forests across the US-Canada border.

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Canadian Prairies

The golden fields of Saskatchewan and Alberta, characterized by huge irrigation circles and river valleys.

This side is ideal for photography as it is usually shaded from the direct southern sun. Look out for the Aurora Borealis on winter night flights, as you will be traveling at high northern latitudes.

Left Side Highlights
7.9
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Manhattan Skyline

Unmatched views of the Empire State Building and Central Park immediately after a JFK departure.

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Appalachian Ridges

The distinct parallel mountain folds of Pennsylvania stretching across the horizon.

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Chicago Skyline

On a southerly track, the Sears Tower and the Lake Michigan shoreline are visible to the south.

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Midwest Patchwork

Infinite geometric patterns of American farmland across Iowa and the Dakotas.

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The Rocky Mountains

As the plane banks for arrival in Calgary, the jagged peaks of the Rockies appear on the western horizon.

Sit here for the iconic New York departure. On afternoon flights, be prepared for intense sun glare as you travel west; keep your window shade partially closed until the sun begins to set over the Rockies.

Top Activities in Calgary
Route Information

Distance: 3,277 km (2,036 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 51 min

Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)

Arrival: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)

Route Type: International

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