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PDX → BOS
Which side of the plane to sit from Portland International Airport (Portland) to General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled 'Volcano Row' experience upon departure from Portland, featuring Mount St. Helens and Mount Rainier, followed by scenic views of the northern Great Lakes and Adirondacks.
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Mount St. Helens
A clear view of the horseshoe-shaped crater and the blast zone from the 1980 eruption shortly after takeoff.
Mount Rainier
The massive, glaciated peak of Washington's highest mountain dominates the horizon to the north.
Glacier National Park
Aerial views of the jagged 'Crown of the Continent' and the high-altitude lakes of the Montana Rockies.
Lake Michigan
Depending on the jet stream, views of the sprawling blue waters and the northern Michigan shoreline.
Adirondack Mountains
The dense forest canopy and high peaks of upstate New York as you transition toward the Atlantic coast.
Sit on the left for the best volcano photography early in the flight. On northern-tracking routes, look for the lights of Minneapolis or the dark expanse of Lake Superior. Morning flights are ideal for the left side as the sun remains to the south, reducing glare on your window.
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A stunningly close view of Oregon's highest peak immediately after departure from PDX.
High Desert Transition
Watch the lush green forests of the Cascades abruptly give way to the golden hues of the Oregon high desert.
Great Plains Patterns
The intricate circular patterns of center-pivot irrigation systems across the Nebraska and Iowa farmlands.
Finger Lakes
The long, thin, glacial lakes of central New York are often clearly visible during the descent.
Boston Harbor
On a typical western approach, you will see the Charles River, Fenway Park, and the Financial District before touchdown.
The right side is perfect for capturing Mount Hood's symmetry right after takeoff. For red-eye flights, this side will catch the sunrise over the Atlantic as you approach Boston. On arrival, the right side often provides a classic view of the Boston skyline if the plane circles over the harbor.
Book Hotels in BostonDistance: 4,072 km (2,530 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 47 min
Departure: PDX (45.58869934, -122.5979996)
Arrival: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Route Type: Domestic
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