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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

While both sides provide beautiful views of the Appalachian Mountains, the Left Side is generally preferred for the approach into Niagara Falls, offering the most direct view of the falls, the mist, and the Niagara River gorge during the final descent.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge

Lush wetlands and winding dark-water rivers visible immediately after departing the South Carolina coast.

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Blue Ridge Mountains

Dramatic ridges of the southern Appalachians, showing deep green hues and rolling peaks.

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West Virginia Highlands

High-altitude plateaus and remote forest landscapes as the plane crosses into the Mid-Atlantic.

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Lake Erie Shoreline

The expansive blue horizon of the Great Lakes appearing as the flight enters western New York.

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Niagara Falls

The iconic mist and cascading water of the American and Horseshoe Falls during the final approach pattern.

Book a seat well forward of the wing to prevent engine heat from blurring your photos of the falls. For flights departing in the afternoon, the sun will be on the left side, so keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to stay cool, but open it 20 minutes before landing for the Niagara views.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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The Grand Strand

A sweeping view of the Atlantic coastline and the Myrtle Beach skyline immediately after takeoff.

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Monongahela National Forest

Vast stretches of protected wilderness across the Virginia and West Virginia border region.

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Buffalo Cityscape

The urban layout of Buffalo, including its historic waterfront and the mouth of the Niagara River.

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Niagara River Rapids

The turbulent white water of the upper Niagara River as it speeds toward the precipice.

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Lake Ontario

On clear days, the distant northern horizon reveals the deep blue expanse of Lake Ontario.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. While you might miss the direct 'top-down' view of the Falls if the plane lands to the West, you will get an excellent perspective of the Buffalo skyline and the industrial history of the Erie Canal area.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,048 km (651 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min

Departure: MYR (33.6796989441, -78.9282989502)

Arrival: IAG (43.1072998046875, -78.94619750976562)

Route Type: Domestic

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