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LOS → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the West African coastline during departure and typically provides more scenic views of the U.S. East Coast, including New England and Long Island, during the descent into New York.
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Victoria Island
Stunning views of the Lagos skyline and the Eko Atlantic project during the initial climb.
Ghanaian Shoreline
Clear views of the gold-sand beaches of Accra and the coastal plains of West Africa.
Cape Cod & Islands
The distinctive 'hook' shape of Massachusetts and the islands of Martha's Vineyard often appear during the final approach phase.
The Hamptons
Aerial perspective of the sprawling estates and white sand beaches along the south shore of Long Island.
JFK Final Approach
Views of the Jamaica Bay wetlands and the residential neighborhoods of Queens just before touchdown.
For the best experience, choose the right side to maximize land visibility. During the departure from LOS, you will see the dense urban sprawl of Lagos transitioning into the Gulf of Guinea. As you approach the US, the right side is more likely to see the New England coast if the flight path follows the typical North Atlantic tracks. Best viewed during daytime flights to appreciate the coastal transitions.
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Apapa Port
Aerial view of Lagos's massive container terminal and the bustling logistics hub of Nigeria's coast.
Bight of Benin
The vast expanse where the Atlantic Ocean meets the southern curve of West Africa.
Atlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the sunset or sunrise depending on flight timing during the long transoceanic crossing.
NY Lower Bay
On specific southern approaches, glimpses of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and the distant Manhattan skyline.
On this westbound route, the left side faces south, which can result in significant solar glare during daylight hours. If the flight arrives in the late afternoon, keep your window shade down during the mid-flight to stay cool, but open it during the final 20 minutes for a potential view of the New Jersey shoreline and the Atlantic Highlands.
Get eSIMs for Nigeria
Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 8,444 km (5,247 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 56 min
Departure: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: International
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