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OSL → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from Oslo Lufthavn (Oslo) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers unparalleled views of the Greenland icecap and the iconic Manhattan skyline during the final approach into JFK.
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Norwegian Highlands
Snow-capped peaks and rugged mountain terrain of southern Norway shortly after takeoff.
Greenland Ice Sheet
The highlight of the trip, featuring vast glaciers, deep crevasses, and floating icebergs along the coast.
Nova Scotia
Dense forests and jagged coastlines of the Canadian Atlantic provinces.
Manhattan Skyline
A world-class view of the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and Central Park on the 'Parkway Visual' approach.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
An impressive view of the massive suspension bridge connecting Brooklyn and Staten Island during final descent.
This is the premier side for photography. To see the Greenland icecap, monitor your flight path; if you are north of 60 degrees latitude, look out about 4-5 hours into the flight. On arrival, request the right side for the highest chance of seeing the New York City skyline, especially if landing on JFK runways 13L or 31R.
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Oslofjord
Dramatic views of the winding fjord and scattered islands immediately after departure from OSL.
Shetland Islands
Aerial perspective of the rugged, treeless landscapes of the northernmost UK territory.
Newfoundland Coast
The first sight of North America, featuring rocky cliffs and deep blue bays.
Long Island Shoreline
Clear views of the Hamptons and the long sandy stretches of the Fire Island National Seashore.
Sit on the left to avoid harsh direct sunlight during the middle of these westbound daytime flights. This side is also excellent for seeing the coastline of the Canadian Maritimes and the southern beaches of Long Island as you descend into the New York area.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 5,917 km (3,677 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 58 min
Departure: OSL (60.121, 11.0502)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: International
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