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Our Recommendation
9.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides an unparalleled front-row seat to the iconic Manhattan skyline, Central Park, and the Hudson River during the final approach into LaGuardia.

Left Side Highlights
9.2
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Mississippi River

Catch a glimpse of the winding river and the Memphis skyline shortly after departure from MEM.

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Allegheny Mountains

Fly over the rugged peaks and dense forests of the Appalachian range in West Virginia and Pennsylvania.

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Delaware Water Gap

Observe the scenic breach through the Appalachian Mountains on the border of Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

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Manhattan Skyline

Breathtaking views of One World Trade Center, the Empire State Building, and Midtown skyscrapers during descent.

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Central Park

A perfect aerial view of the massive green rectangle nestled within the urban grid just before landing.

Book a window seat on the left (usually 'A') for the classic 'Park Visual' approach to Runway 13. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting on the Manhattan skyline, while night flights provide a sparkling view of the city lights. Keep your camera ready as soon as you cross the Hudson River for the best skyline shots.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Tennessee River

Views of the broad river valley as you traverse the eastern part of Tennessee early in the flight.

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Shenandoah Valley

A distant look at the scenic valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains to the south of the flight path.

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Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge

Spot the massive suspension bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn during southern approach patterns.

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Brooklyn & Queens

Extensive views of the diverse urban landscape and residential neighborhoods of NYC's outer boroughs.

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East River

See the bridges and waterfront development of Long Island City and Astoria just seconds before touchdown.

The right side (usually 'F') is excellent for seeing the Brooklyn coastline and the Verrazzano bridge if the plane approaches from the south. It also provides a unique perspective of the East River bridges. Choose this side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while looking north toward the city.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,547 km (961 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min

Departure: MEM (35.04240036010742, -89.97669982910156)

Arrival: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)

Route Type: Domestic

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