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RIC → LGA
Which side of the plane to sit from Richmond International Airport (Richmond) to La Guardia Airport (New York)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner due to the potential for a stunning 'River Visual' approach into LGA, offering a front-row seat to the Manhattan skyline.
Richmond Cityscape
Aerial view of downtown Richmond and the winding James River shortly after departure from RIC.
Washington D.C. Distance
Depending on the flight path, the monuments and the Potomac River may be visible on the horizon to the west.
Philadelphia Skyline
Clear views of the Center City skyscrapers as you traverse the busy Northeast Corridor airspace.
Manhattan Skyline
Spectacular, close-up views of the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and One World Trade Center.
Central Park
A perfect overhead view of Manhattan's green lung during the final descent into LaGuardia.
Sit on the left side (Seat A) and try to stay ahead of the wing for unobstructed photos of NYC. This side is especially magical during sunset flights when the Manhattan glass towers reflect the orange glow. If the plane lands on Runway 4, the view of the skyline is world-class.
Chesapeake Bay
Expansive views of the bay's intricate coastline and the many boats navigating the Maryland waters.
Jersey Shore
A continuous view of the Atlantic coastline, including the beach towns and boardwalks of New Jersey.
Sandy Hook
The distinctive curved spit of land reaching out into the Lower New York Bay.
Flushing Meadows
Direct views of the Unisphere, Citi Field, and the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center just before touchdown.
Choose the right side for early morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. It provides excellent views of the coastal inlets and the industrial beauty of the Port of Newark and Elizabeth before circling into Queens.
Distance: 470 km (292 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: RIC (37.50519943237305, -77.3197021484375)
Arrival: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Route Type: Domestic
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