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RKD → BOS
Which side of the plane to sit from Knox County Regional Airport (Rockland) to General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the New England coastline, featuring prominent landmarks like Portland, Portsmouth, and the impressive Boston skyline upon arrival.
Camden Hills
Panoramic views of Mount Battie and the coastal mountains immediately after takeoff.
Portland Waterfront
The historic Old Port and the bustling industrial docks of Maine's largest city.
Old Orchard Beach
The iconic seven-mile crescent of sand and the famous beachfront pier.
Portsmouth & Kittery
The Piscataqua River bridges and the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard on the NH border.
North Shore Harbors
The dense, historic layouts of Salem, Marblehead, and Beverly.
Boston Skyline
A dramatic close-up view of the Financial District and Prudential Tower during final approach.
Sit on the right side for the most consistent land views. Afternoon flights are ideal to avoid sun glare. The highlight is the final approach to BOS, which often provides a spectacular view of the Boston skyscrapers and the Charles River.
Gulf of Maine
Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean stretching toward the horizon.
Penobscot Bay Islands
The outer islands of the mid-coast Maine archipelago, including Vinalhaven.
Casco Bay Islands
The 'Calendar Islands' dotting the sea as you fly south toward Portland.
Cape Ann
The rocky protrusion of Gloucester and the twin lighthouses of Thacher Island.
Boston Harbor Islands
Historic forts and green islands during the final descent into Logan Airport.
Choose this side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic. It offers the best perspective of the maritime traffic entering Boston Harbor and the rugged tip of Cape Ann.
Distance: 244 km (152 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 24 min
Departure: RKD (44.06010056, -69.09919739)
Arrival: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Route Type: Domestic
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