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LGA → OMA
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Eppley Airfield (Omaha)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views, including the Manhattan skyline during departure from LaGuardia and the Omaha skyline during the landing sequence.
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Manhattan Skyline
Breathtaking aerial views of Central Park, the Empire State Building, and Midtown skyscrapers during the initial climb.
Appalachian Ridges
The distinctive parallel mountain folds of central Pennsylvania provide a dramatic textured landscape.
Susquehanna River
A wide, ancient river winding through the mountain gaps of the PA interior.
Mississippi River
Crossing the legendary water border between the Eastern US and the Great Plains near the Quad Cities.
Downtown Omaha
Clear views of the Missouri River and the First National Bank Tower on the final approach into Eppley Airfield.
For morning flights, the left side is ideal as the sun is behind the aircraft, providing perfect lighting for photos of New York and the Appalachian mountains. Sit forward of the wing to ensure your view of the Manhattan skyline isn't obstructed by the engine or wing structure during the banking turn after takeoff.
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Hudson River Valley
Views of the George Washington Bridge and the scenic Palisades cliffs heading north/west.
Great Lakes Glimpses
Occasional views of the southern shoreline of Lake Erie depending on the specific air traffic control routing.
Delaware Water Gap
A notable geological feature where the Delaware River cuts through the Appalachian Ridge.
Midwestern Grids
The mesmerizing 'patchwork quilt' of Iowa's vast agricultural fields, which change colors seasonally.
Des Moines
The capital of Iowa is often visible as a bright cluster of activity amidst the rural plains.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for evening flights traveling west, offering beautiful golden hour views over the heartland. During late spring, the agricultural fields of Iowa and Nebraska are a vibrant green, making the geometric patterns of the section-line roads particularly striking from high altitude.
Book Hotels in OmahaDistance: 1,843 km (1,145 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: OMA (41.3032, -95.894096)
Route Type: Domestic
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