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RIC → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from Richmond International Airport (Richmond) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side provides a front-row seat to the dense urban corridor of the Northeast, offering distant views of major cities like Philadelphia and, most importantly, the iconic Manhattan skyline during the final descent into JFK.
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Richmond Skyline
Immediate views of downtown Richmond and the winding James River shortly after takeoff from RIC.
Northeast Corridor Urban Sprawl
Distant views of the Washington D.C. and Baltimore metropolitan areas as the flight heads north.
Philadelphia Center City
On clear days, the skyscrapers of Philadelphia are clearly visible to the west as you traverse New Jersey.
New Jersey Pine Barrens
A vast, dark green expanse of protected forest that contrasts sharply with the surrounding urban development.
Manhattan Skyline
The quintessential aerial view of the Chrysler Building, Empire State Building, and One World Trade Center during the JFK approach.
Sit forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the New York City skyline. This side is particularly spectacular during late afternoon flights when the sun illuminates the glass skyscrapers of Manhattan. Keep your camera ready as soon as the pilot announces the descent, as the window for the best city views can be brief depending on the landing pattern.
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Chesapeake Bay
Aerial perspective of the massive estuary, including the Virginia Peninsula and the Eastern Shore.
Delaware Bay
Views of the wide opening where the Delaware River meets the Atlantic Ocean near Cape May.
The Jersey Shore
Follow the coastline of famous beach towns and boardwalks stretching from Atlantic City up to Sandy Hook.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
A stunning look at the massive suspension bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn over the Narrows.
Rockaway Beach
The final stretch of coastline and residential Brooklyn/Queens just moments before touching down at JFK.
Ideal for morning flights to catch the sunrise reflecting off the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay. This side offers superior views of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and the industrial beauty of the New York Harbor. Watch for the distinct hook-shaped peninsula of Sandy Hook as a landmark that you are entering New York airspace.
Book Hotels in New YorkDistance: 464 km (288 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: RIC (37.50519943237305, -77.3197021484375)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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