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MUC â PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Greenland ice sheet, the rugged terrain of Iceland, and the pristine wilderness of Northern Canada, while avoiding the harsh southern sun glare.
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Scottish Highlands
Mist-covered peaks and deep lochs of Northern Scotland.
Icelandic Glaciers
Vast volcanic plains and glacial tongues near Reykjavik.
Greenland Ice Sheet
An endless, shimmering white horizon of the world's second-largest ice body.
Labrador Wilderness
The untouched Boreal forests and vast river systems of Eastern Canada.
Canadian Shield Lakes
Thousands of glittering glacial lakes across Quebec's landscape.
The right side is ideal for photography as it is shaded from the sun. Approximately 4-5 hours into the flight, watch for the transition from the North Atlantic to the massive glaciers of Greenland. On late-season or winter flights, this side also provides a chance to see the Aurora Borealis if there is significant solar activity.
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English Channel Coastline
Aerial views of the southern UK coast and busy shipping lanes.
Cape Farewell
The dramatic, jagged southern tip of Greenland's mountain range.
Iceberg Alley
Floating icebergs visible in the North Atlantic near Newfoundland.
Manhattan Skyline
Distant but recognizable views of New York City during the descent.
Delaware River
A close-up view of the river and bridges during the final approach into PHL.
While the left side offers the best views of the PHL approach and NYC, be prepared for intense sun glare throughout this westbound daytime flight. Keep window shades partially down to manage heat. In winter, look for frozen estuaries along the Canadian coast.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 6,631 km (4,120 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 48 min
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: International
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