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LGA → GRR
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (Grand Rapids)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for its iconic views of the Manhattan skyline during departure and the dramatic geological formations of the Appalachian Mountains throughout the first half of the flight.
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Manhattan Skyline
Unrivaled views of Central Park, the Empire State Building, and the dense skyscrapers of Midtown shortly after takeoff.
New Jersey Urban Sprawl
A bird's-eye view of Jersey City and the industrial landscapes of the Meadowlands.
Appalachian Ridges
The distinctive folded mountain ridges of Pennsylvania provide a textured landscape of deep greens and browns.
Michigan Farmlands
A geometric quilt of agricultural fields and rural homesteads as you descend toward Grand Rapids.
For the best experience, choose a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. Morning flights provide excellent front-lighting on the NYC skyline, while late afternoon flights offer a warm glow over the Pennsylvania mountains. If the pilot takes off towards the south, look for the Statue of Liberty immediately.
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Hudson River Valley
Scenic views of the lower Hudson River and the impressive infrastructure of the Tappan Zee Bridge.
Lake Erie Shoreline
A vast view of the Great Lakes coastline, often featuring commercial shipping vessels near Cleveland and Erie.
Grand Rapids Suburbs
Close-up views of the suburban expansion and local parks surrounding Gerald R. Ford International Airport.
This side is ideal for spotting 'lake effect' cloud formations over Lake Erie. During the winter, look for ice floes along the northern edges of the lake. Evening flights provide beautiful sunset reflections on the water's surface as the plane heads west.
Book Hotels in Grand RapidsDistance: 992 km (616 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: GRR (42.88079834, -85.52279663)
Route Type: Domestic
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