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SDF → LGA
Which side of the plane to sit from Louisville International Standiford Field (Louisville) to La Guardia Airport (New York)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers the premier vantage point for the iconic Manhattan skyline approach into LaGuardia, providing sweeping views of the city's landmarks and the New Jersey coastline.
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Kentucky Bluegrass
The rolling hills and extensive horse farm estates visible south of the takeoff climb.
Appalachian Ridges
Dramatic views of the folded mountain ridges across West Virginia and Maryland.
Statue of Liberty
A glimpse of Liberty Island and the harbor during the southern approach pattern.
Manhattan Skyline
Breathtaking views of Central Park, the Empire State Building, and the Chrysler Building.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
The massive suspension bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn on the harbor approach.
The right side is essential for the 'Expressway Visual' approach into LGA, which is one of the most scenic in aviation. For the best experience, book an evening flight to see the Manhattan skyline illuminated. If the plane lands on Runway 31, the right side will have an unobstructed view of Midtown Manhattan for several minutes.
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Ohio River
Immediate views of the river winding through the Louisville metropolitan area and the border of Indiana.
Allegheny Plateau
Dense forest canopies and deep valleys characteristic of the northern Appalachian range.
Pocono Mountains
Scenic views of the popular vacation region's lakes and wooded hills in Pennsylvania.
The Bronx & Upper Manhattan
Bird's-eye views of Yankee Stadium and the George Washington Bridge during the northern descent.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun as you travel eastward. If landing from the north, you will see the northern tip of Manhattan and the Hudson River valley clearly. Look for the distinct grid pattern of the city streets as you bank toward the airport.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,058 km (657 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: SDF (38.1744, -85.736)
Arrival: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Route Type: Domestic
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