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SRQ → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (Sarasota) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Left Side of the Plane
While the right side offers coastal views, the left side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic Manhattan skyline during the descent into JFK, alongside inland views of the Southern and Mid-Atlantic states.
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Gulf Coast Departure
Aerial views of Sarasota Bay, Longboat Key, and the sparkling turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico immediately after takeoff.
Southern Urban Centers
Distances views of the historic layouts of Savannah and Charleston as the flight tracks north-northeast.
Chesapeake Bay
A sweeping view of the western shore of the Chesapeake, including the intricate network of inlets and rivers in Virginia and Maryland.
Philly & Jersey Suburbs
On a clear day, look out for the Philadelphia skyline and the dense urban sprawl of the Northeast Corridor.
Manhattan Skyline
The 'money shot' featuring the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and Central Park as the plane maneuvers for landing at JFK.
Book a window seat on the left for the best chance of seeing the New York City skyline during the approach. For daytime flights, the sun will be on the right side for most of the journey, meaning better lighting and less glare on the left side. Look for the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge as a landmark that you are nearing the final descent.
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The Outer Banks
The stunning, thin ribbons of sand and barrier islands of North Carolina, including Cape Hatteras, visible from cruise altitude.
Norfolk & Virginia Beach
Views of the world's largest naval base and the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay where it meets the Atlantic.
Atlantic City
The high-rise casinos and the famous boardwalk of the New Jersey shoreline are easily identifiable.
Long Island South Shore
Aerial perspectives of Fire Island, Jones Beach, and the Rockaways during the final approach pattern.
Choose the right side if you enjoy endless ocean horizons and the unique geography of the Atlantic barrier islands. This side is particularly scenic during sunrise flights over the Atlantic. Keep an eye out for shipping traffic entering the New York Bight as you approach the destination.
Book Hotels in New YorkDistance: 1,678 km (1,043 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: SRQ (27.39539909362793, -82.55439758300781)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: Domestic
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