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LGA → JAX
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Jacksonville International Airport (Jacksonville)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a continuous panoramic view of the Atlantic coastline, including the Outer Banks and the historic coastal cities of the South.
NYC Skyline and Harbor
Upon departure, enjoy views of Brooklyn, the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, and the sprawling New York Harbor.
The Jersey Shore
A long stretch of sandy beaches and coastal towns including Atlantic City and its famous boardwalk.
Outer Banks (OBX)
The thin, fragile barrier islands of North Carolina, including Cape Hatteras, are clearly visible from cruising altitude.
Charleston Harbor
Look for the distinctive Ravenel Bridge and the historic battery of downtown Charleston, South Carolina.
The Golden Isles
The lush sea islands and vast marshlands of Georgia provide a beautiful transition into Florida.
Choose the left side for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Atlantic. During the descent into JAX, this side often provides the best views of the St. Johns River as it meets the ocean. Early in the flight, keep your eyes peeled for the distinctive hook shape of Sandy Hook, New Jersey.
Manhattan Skyline
Depending on the runway in use, you may get a stunning view of Central Park and the Empire State Building immediately after takeoff.
Mid-Atlantic Cities
Distant views of the Philadelphia and Baltimore-Washington metropolitan corridors as you track south.
Piedmont Plateau
The transition from the coastal plain to the rolling green hills and dense forests of Virginia and North Carolina.
Okefenokee Swamp
As you approach the Florida border, look for the dark, mirror-like waters of one of the largest freshwater wetlands in North America.
Downtown Jacksonville
On the final approach, the right side often provides a view of the skyline and the many bridges crossing the St. Johns River.
The right side is the 'cool' side for afternoon flights, as it sits in the shade and avoids the harsh glare of the setting sun over the continent. If departing LGA to the west, the right side provides the most iconic views of the New York City skyscrapers. Keep an eye out for the vast pine forests of the Southern coastal plain during the mid-portion of the trip.
Distance: 1,343 km (835 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: JAX (30.49410057067871, -81.68789672851562)
Route Type: Domestic
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