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LGA → SDF
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Louisville International Standiford Field (Louisville)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the Manhattan skyline during takeoff from LGA and provides better views of the rolling Appalachian ridges and the Kentucky bluegrass region on approach.
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Manhattan Skyline
Unmatched views of Midtown, the Empire State Building, and the Freedom Tower during the initial climb out of LGA.
Jersey City & Newark
A clear view of the urban sprawl across the Hudson and the busy transport hubs of Northern New Jersey.
Allegheny Mountains
The parallel ridges of the Appalachian mountain range stretching across central Pennsylvania.
Bluegrass Country
The scenic, rolling horse farms and white fences typical of the central Kentucky landscape.
Louisville Suburbs
Dense residential neighborhoods and green spaces of the southern Louisville metropolitan area during final descent.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the skyline view. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photos of Manhattan. Watch for the dramatic change from urban concrete to the deep greens of the Appalachians roughly 20 minutes into the flight.
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Central Park
A perfect overhead view of the 'green lung' of Manhattan and the Upper West Side.
George Washington Bridge
The massive suspension bridge connecting Manhattan to the New Jersey Palisades.
Susquehanna River
The wide, winding river near Harrisburg, often featuring small islands and historic bridges.
Cincinnati Distant View
Depending on the specific flight corridor, the skyline of Cincinnati may be visible to the north.
Ohio River
The grand waterway that defines the border between Indiana and Kentucky as you approach SDF.
The right side is excellent for seeing the Hudson River and the Palisades. If flying in the late afternoon, you will have the best lighting on the Ohio River valley, avoiding the direct glare of the setting sun which will be on the left. Look for the massive industrial complexes along the river near arrival.
Book Hotels in LouisvilleDistance: 1,058 km (657 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: SDF (38.1744, -85.736)
Route Type: Domestic
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