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Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft is superior for this transatlantic crossing, offering breathtaking views of the Greenland ice sheet and the rugged wilderness of the Canadian Maritimes without the glare of the southern sun.

Right Side Highlights
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Greenland Icecap

The most spectacular feature of the route, showing massive glaciers, deep fjords, and the vast white expanse of the inland ice.

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Labrador Coast

The remote and rugged coastline of Northern Canada, featuring barren mountains and icy inlets.

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Newfoundland Fjords

Aerial views of Gros Morne National Park's unique geology and the deep blue waters of the Canadian Atlantic.

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Boston Harbor

Clear views of the Massachusetts capital and its complex harbor islands as the flight tracks south toward New York.

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Cape Cod

The unmistakable 'hook' shape of the peninsula and the islands of Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.

Sitting on the right side provides indirect northern light, which is perfect for photography. The highlight is Greenland, typically occurring 4 to 5 hours into the flight; keep your window shade up during this period. In winter, you may even spot the Aurora Borealis if the flight path takes a more northerly 'Polar' route.

Left Side Highlights
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Bavarian Countryside

Charming views of southern German villages and rolling green hills immediately after departing Munich.

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English Channel

Aerial perspective of the busy shipping lanes and the white cliffs of the UK coast depending on the specific airway.

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North Atlantic Sunset

Because the flight travels west, you will experience an extended sunset with vibrant colors over the ocean horizon.

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Long Island Shoreline

The sandy beaches of the Hamptons and Fire Island are visible during the descent into New York.

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Manhattan Skyline

If the aircraft approaches from the west for runways 13L/R, you get a iconic view of the Empire State Building and One World Trade.

While the left side offers the best chance for the Manhattan skyline during the final minutes of the flight, it faces south, meaning you will deal with significant sun glare for most of the 9-hour journey. Use the window shade strategically to avoid heating up your seat. Timing for the NYC skyline is usually about 20 minutes before touchdown.

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Route Information

Distance: 6,481 km (4,027 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 37 min

Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)

Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)

Route Type: International

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