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 is superior for this route because it provides unparalleled views of the Greenland ice cap, the rugged coastlines of the North Atlantic, and the best chance to witness the Aurora Borealis during night segments over the high latitudes.
The Left Side is superior for this transatlantic route because it offers potential views of the Greenland ice sheet and the rugged northern coastline of Norway upon arrival.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the stunning chain of the Lesser Antilles, including volcanic peaks and coral reefs, while the left side is predominantly open ocean.
The Left Side is superior for catching the Aurora Borealis during the night portion, the spectacular ice sheets of Greenland, and the coastline of the Persian Gulf upon arrival.
The right side offers the most iconic views, including the Manhattan skyline upon departure and the spectacular volcanic peaks surrounding Guatemala City during the final approach.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Greenland ice sheets and the jagged peaks of the Hindu Kush mountains during the descent into Pakistan.
The left side provides a legendary view of Mount Hood and the deep basalt cliffs of the Columbia River Gorge during the final approach into Portland, plus superior views of the Manhattan skyline on departure.
The right side offers a superior sequence of views, beginning with the Manhattan skyline and Central Park, continuing over the Great Lakes and Chicago, and concluding with a breathtaking descent over the Great Salt Lake and the Wasatch Front.
The left side is the preferred choice for this transcontinental journey, primarily for the iconic aerial view of Lake Tahoe during the descent into Sacramento and the sun-drenched peaks of the Colorado Rockies during midday.
The left side offers a superior sequence of diverse landscapes, from the icy Hudson Bay to the dramatic expanse of the Gobi Desert, typically enjoying better lighting on westbound daytime flights.
The right side is the clear winner for this trans-polar route, offering unparalleled views of the Alaskan wilderness and the dramatic volcanic landscapes of the Kamchatka Peninsula and Kuril Islands.
The left side offers a superior sequence of views, including the iconic Manhattan skyline shortly after takeoff, the stunning volcanic topography of the Kamchatka Peninsula, and a more detailed view of the Japanese islands and the Taiwan Strait during descent.