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LGA → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a premier view of the Manhattan skyline and Central Park immediately after takeoff, followed by a continuous panoramic view of the Appalachian Mountains and the Blue Ridge range during the cruise phase.
Central Park
An iconic top-down view of New York City's green lungs and the surrounding Midtown skyscrapers during the initial climb.
Appalachian Mountains
Breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley and the rolling peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains throughout the mid-flight.
Charlotte Skyline
The high-rise buildings of Uptown Charlotte are often visible as the flight path passes over the North Carolina border.
Downtown Atlanta
Clear views of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the Midtown/Downtown skyline during the final approach into Hartsfield-Jackson.
The right side is the 'money' side for Manhattan views on departure. For the best mountain scenery, fly in late autumn when the foliage colors are peaking. During sunset flights, this side will catch the golden hour light hitting the Appalachian ridges, though glare can be intense.
Lower Manhattan
Excellent views of the Financial District, One World Trade Center, and the Statue of Liberty shortly after takeoff from LGA.
Chesapeake Bay
Deep views of the intricate Maryland and Virginia coastlines including the massive bridge-tunnel systems near Norfolk.
Stone Mountain
A massive quartz monadnock located just east of Atlanta, often visible during the final descent into ATL.
Georgia Pine Forests
Dense, lush greenery and rolling hills characteristic of the Piedmont region as the plane approaches the destination.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, offering better lighting for photos of the Atlantic coastline and the Chesapeake Bay. This side is also preferred for spotting Stone Mountain during standard easterly approaches into Atlanta.
Distance: 1,225 km (761 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: Domestic
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