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PHL → SCE
Which side of the plane to sit from Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia) to University Park Airport (State College Pennsylvania)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Appalachian ridges and a front-row seat to Penn State's Beaver Stadium during the final descent into State College.
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Harrisburg Capitol
Spot the green-domed Pennsylvania State Capitol building and the complex river bridge systems near the state capital.
The Ridge-and-Valley
Breathtaking views of the perfectly parallel ridges of the Appalachian Mountains stretching toward the horizon.
Beaver Stadium
An iconic aerial view of one of the largest stadiums in the world as the aircraft enters the Happy Valley traffic pattern.
The right side is essential for seeing the Penn State campus and Beaver Stadium. During autumn, the foliage over the Seven Mountains area is spectacular. Request a window seat forward of the wing for the most unobstructed view of the stadium on descent.
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Center City PHL
Glimpse the skyscraper cluster of downtown Philadelphia and the Schuylkill River shortly after takeoff.
Amish Country
The distinct quilt-like patterns of Lancaster County's well-maintained farmlands from 10,000 feet.
Susquehanna Crossings
Aerial view of the massive Susquehanna River as the plane begins its ascent into the mountain ranges.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun at your back. Keep an eye out for the winding Juniata River as you cross the final mountain ridges before landing.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 246 km (153 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Arrival: SCE (40.8493003845, -77.84870147710002)
Route Type: Domestic
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