KIX → JFK

Hokkaido Peaks

Dramatic views of the mountainous terrain and volcanic craters of northern Japan shortly after departure.

Aurora Borealis

Facing north, this side offers the highest probability of witnessing the Northern Lights over the Arctic or Northern Canada.

Brooks Range

Stunning vistas of the rugged, snow-capped mountains of northern Alaska as the flight tracks east.

Hudson Bay

Aerial perspectives of massive ice floes and the desolate, beautiful landscape of the Canadian Shield.

Bronx & Queens

During specific landing patterns at JFK, the left side provides views of the northern NYC boroughs.

Aleutian Islands

A glimpse of the remote and mysterious volcanic island chain stretching across the North Pacific.

Pacific Sunrise

Spectacular sunrise views as the plane travels east, crossing the International Date Line.

Canadian Wilderness

Vast stretches of boreal forests and thousands of lakes across central and eastern Canada.

Manhattan Skyline

If the flight approaches JFK from the north or west, the right side often gets the iconic view of the Empire State Building and Central Park.

Long Island Sound

The scenic transition from the Atlantic coastline to the dense urban sprawl of New York.