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LGA → ROA
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport (Roanoke VA)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Manhattan skyline and Central Park during departure from LGA, followed by a dramatic approach into Roanoke featuring the iconic Mill Mountain Star.
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Midtown Manhattan
Unrivaled views of the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and the Hudson River piers during the climb.
Central Park
The massive green rectangle of Manhattan's lungs is often visible directly out the window shortly after wheels up.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The rolling, mist-covered peaks of the Blue Ridge range as you cross from West Virginia into the Roanoke Valley.
Mill Mountain Star
The world's largest man-made illuminated star, visible on the side of Mill Mountain just before touchdown.
Book an 'A' seat for the best panoramic views. On morning flights, the sunrise over the mountains is spectacular. During the landing phase at ROA, keep your camera ready for the Mill Mountain Star, which is best viewed when the plane approaches from the north.
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Brooklyn & Manhattan Bridges
Dramatic views of the East River crossings and the dense urban grid of Brooklyn immediately after takeoff.
Upper New York Bay
A glimpse of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island in the distance as the aircraft banks toward the southwest.
Shenandoah Valley
The picturesque patchwork of agricultural fields and rural towns nestled between the Appalachian ridges.
Roanoke River
The winding river path that guides the aircraft through the valley for its final approach into ROA.
Sit on this side for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you. It offers excellent views of the Jersey Shore and the outskirts of Philadelphia if the flight path stays coastal before turning inland toward Virginia.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 652 km (405 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: ROA (37.3255, -79.975403)
Route Type: Domestic
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