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PHL → ELM
Which side of the plane to sit from Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia) to Elmira Corning Regional Airport (Elmira)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Philadelphia skyline during takeoff and a clear look at the sprawling Lake Wallenpaupack and the heart of the Pocono Mountains.
Philadelphia Skyline
Spectacular views of Center City skyscrapers and the Delaware River shortly after departure from PHL.
Lake Wallenpaupack
The massive, man-made reservoir in the Poconos, easily identifiable by its jagged shoreline.
Pocono Plateau
Overview of the high-altitude forested region, dotted with ski resorts and glacial lakes.
Tunkhannock Viaduct
The enormous concrete arch bridge in Nicholson, PA, visible as a distinct white structure against the valley floor.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready immediately after wheels-up for the best shots of the Philly urban core. During winter, this side offers great views of snow-covered ski slopes in the Poconos.
Schuylkill River Valley
Aerial views of the winding river and the historic grounds of Valley Forge National Historical Park.
Lehigh Gap
The dramatic water gap where the Lehigh River carves through the Blue Mountain ridge.
Endless Mountains
Vast stretches of the dissected Allegheny Plateau featuring deep valleys and rolling green summits.
Sit on the left if you are flying during late afternoon or sunset to catch the golden light hitting the Appalachian ridges. This side is also better for spotting the winding Susquehanna River as you enter the Southern Tier of New York.
Distance: 290 km (180 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Arrival: ELM (42.1599006652832, -76.8916015625)
Route Type: Domestic
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