From JFK?
Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
Departing aircraft often provide views of the Long Island coastline and the Atlantic Ocean to the south, while departures toward the northwest offer a glimpse of the Manhattan skyline.
Departing aircraft often provide views of the Long Island coastline and the Atlantic Ocean to the south, while departures toward the northwest offer a glimpse of the Manhattan skyline.
The left side of the aircraft offers the most diverse scenery, including the iconic New York City skyline and Long Island coast after takeoff, followed by potential views of the Canadian Maritimes and the rugged coastline of Ireland or the UK upon arrival in Europe.
The left side offers superior views of the French landscape, the dramatic Pyrenees, and the best chance to see Barcelona's iconic urban layout during arrival.
The right side provides the most iconic views, including the Manhattan skyline shortly after takeoff from JFK and a picturesque approach over the Cumberland River into Nashville.
The right side offers a superior view of the Manhattan skyline during departure and a stunning approach over the Lake Erie shoreline into Cleveland.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the departure from the US East Coast, the rugged coastline of the Canadian Maritimes, potential Aurora Borealis displays during the night, and a scenic arrival over the English Channel and Normandy.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the rugged Canadian coastline during the early stages of the flight and offers the best opportunity to witness the Aurora Borealis over the North Atlantic on overnight winter journeys.
The right side offers the most dramatic urban scenery, featuring potential views of the Manhattan skyline shortly after takeoff and the iconic Cincinnati riverfront during the final descent into CVG.
The Right Side provides a consistent gallery of the United States' Eastern Seaboard, featuring iconic city skylines, the massive Chesapeake Bay, and a scenic approach over the Florida Everglades.
The left side offers a stunning sequence of coastal views including the New Jersey Shore, the Outer Banks of North Carolina, and the historic harbors of the Southeast, followed by a beautiful transition into the Florida peninsula.
The left side typically offers superior views of the Anatolian Plateau and the rugged northern terrain of Turkey, along with a more dramatic sunrise during the trans-European leg.
The left side is superior for this route as it offers views of the New England coast, potential sightings of the Aurora Borealis over the North Atlantic, and the scenic Baltic coastline during the final approach.
The left side offers a superior view of the Manhattan skyline upon departure and more varied geographic features including the West African coastline and Lake Volta during the descent.