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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is generally preferred as it provides stunning vistas of the Great Lakes and Niagara Falls while remaining in the shade during the peak daylight hours of an eastbound transcontinental flight.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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San Gabriel Mountains

Dramatic views of the rugged peaks bordering the Los Angeles basin shortly after takeoff.

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Las Vegas Strip

The concentrated grid of the Las Vegas valley and the distant glimmer of the Strip.

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Rocky Mountains

Expansive views of the high peaks in Colorado or Wyoming, often snow-capped into summer.

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Lake Michigan

The deep blue expanse of the lake, often passing near the southern tip with distant views of Chicago.

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Detroit Skyline

Views of the Motor City and the winding Detroit River connecting the Great Lakes.

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Niagara Falls

On clear days, the mist and Horseshoe Falls are visible as the flight traverses Western New York.

For morning departures, the left side is ideal to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Keep an eye out roughly 4 hours into the flight for the Great Lakes. During winter months, the snow-covered Rockies provide exceptional contrast for photography.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Mojave Desert

The vast, arid landscapes and dry lake beds of the California and Nevada border.

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Grand Canyon

Distinguished red rock layers and the Colorado River carving through the canyon floor to the south.

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Appalachian Mountains

The rolling, green ridges of Pennsylvania and the northeast as the flight nears the coast.

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Manhattan Skyline

On certain approach corridors, the iconic New York City skyline is visible in the distance.

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Cape Cod

The distinctive hooked shape of the Massachusetts coastline visible during the final descent into Logan.

The right side offers the best views of the Grand Canyon on southern-biased flight paths. Upon arrival in Boston, this side frequently provides a superior view of the Massachusetts coastline and the Atlantic ocean. Choose this side for sunset views on late afternoon departures.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,193 km (2,605 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 56 min

Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)

Arrival: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)

Route Type: Domestic

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