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SCL → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (Santiago) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred for the dramatic departure views of the high Andes and the spectacular turquoise waters of the Caribbean and Bahamas during the latter half of the journey.
Central Andes
Towering snow peaks of the high Andes including Aconcagua immediately following takeoff.
Atacama Desert
The reddish, arid high-altitude plains and salt flats of northern Chile.
Caribbean Basin
Aerial views of the Greater Antilles including the lush, mountainous terrain of Jamaica and Cuba.
The Bahamas
The distinctive light-blue water and intricate coral formations of the Bahamian archipelago.
Atlantic Sunrise
Breathtaking colors as the sun rises over the open ocean during the typical overnight flight schedule.
Best for watching the sunrise over the Atlantic on the standard overnight schedule. For rare daylight departures, this side provides an intimate look at the Andes and Aconcagua. Over the Caribbean, look for the turquoise shallows of the Bahamas and the Cuban mountain ranges.
Pacific Horizon
Vast ocean views along the western edge of South America during the initial tracking north.
Panama Canal
Visual of the busy shipping lanes and the canal entrance from the Pacific side.
Florida Coastline
Views of the Atlantic beaches and the urban sprawl of the Florida peninsula's eastern edge.
Mid-Atlantic Cities
Coastal views of the D.C. area and the megalopolis stretching toward New York.
Manhattan Skyline
The classic arrival view of New York City's skyscrapers and harbor during the final descent.
Ideal for morning arrivals at JFK to catch the Manhattan skyline; pilots often use the 'Parkway Visual' approach, placing the Statue of Liberty and Financial District on the left. In winter, this side offers the best views of snow-covered terrain across the US Northeast.
Distance: 8,238 km (5,119 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 42 min
Departure: SCL (-33.393001556396484, -70.78579711914062)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: International
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