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ORF → LGA
Which side of the plane to sit from Norfolk International Airport (Norfolk) to La Guardia Airport (New York)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the preferred choice for this route because it offers the most iconic views of the Manhattan skyline and the Hudson River during the final approach into LaGuardia.
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Chesapeake Bay
Expansive aerial views of the mouth of the bay and the 17-mile Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel shortly after takeoff.
Manhattan Skyline
Unparalleled views of the Freedom Tower, Empire State Building, and Midtown skyscrapers during the descent.
Central Park
A clear perspective of the massive green rectangle of Manhattan's park as the plane enters the airport pattern.
Hudson River
The busy waterway separating the dense urban areas of New Jersey and the island of Manhattan.
For the most dramatic experience, choose an afternoon or evening flight when the sun sets to the west, illuminating the NYC skyline. If the airport is landing to the south (Runway 13 or 22), the left side provides the 'River Visual' or 'Park Visual' views that are world-renowned.
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Delmarva Coastline
Stunning views of the wild beaches of Assateague and Chincoteague Islands along the Maryland-Virginia border.
Wallops Island
The NASA Flight Facility launch pads are often visible on the coastline during the initial cruise phase.
Atlantic City
The distinct cluster of casino towers and the historic boardwalk stretching along the New Jersey shore.
Verrazzano Bridge
A grand view of the gateway to New York Harbor and the sprawling residential areas of Brooklyn.
Select the right side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. This side is also superior for viewing the intricate geography of the barrier islands and coastal wetlands of the Jersey Shore before turning toward the airport.
Book Hotels in New YorkDistance: 476 km (296 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: ORF (36.89459991455078, -76.20120239257812)
Arrival: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Route Type: Domestic
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