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LGA → ROC
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Greater Rochester International Airport (Rochester)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a breathtaking view of the Manhattan skyline during the initial climb and offers the most direct perspective of the Finger Lakes' unique glacial formations during the cruise phase.
Manhattan Skyline
Unmatched views of Midtown skyscrapers, Central Park, and the Hudson River immediately following takeoff from LGA.
Catskill Mountains
Aerial views of the rolling peaks and deep forest valleys of the southern Catskills range.
The Finger Lakes
Clear views of the long, narrow bodies of water including Skaneateles, Owasco, and Cayuga Lake.
Upstate Farmland
A patchwork quilt of agricultural fields and rural communities transitioning into the Genesee Valley.
Book a seat on the left (typically 'A') for the best departure views. If the flight takes off toward the north, you will see the Bronx and then the Hudson Valley. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for the Finger Lakes without the sun's glare reflecting off the water.
Hudson River Valley
Follow the winding path of the Hudson River as it snakes north through Westchester and Rockland counties.
West Point
Look down at the historic stone buildings of the United States Military Academy perched above the river.
Lake Ontario
As the flight nears Rochester, the vast horizon of the Great Lake becomes visible to the north.
Irondequoit Bay
A scenic inlet of Lake Ontario located just east of the Rochester city center during the final descent.
Sit on the right side for better views of the Hudson River's eastern banks. During the winter months, this side offers great views of the 'snow belt' geography near Lake Ontario. Watch for the Tappan Zee Bridge shortly after takeoff.
Distance: 408 km (254 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 41 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: ROC (43.118900299072266, -77.67240142822266)
Route Type: Domestic
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