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TPA → MHT
Which side of the plane to sit from Tampa International Airport (Tampa) to Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (Manchester NH)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior coastal scenery, featuring the intricate patterns of the Atlantic coastline, the Outer Banks, and a high probability of seeing the New York City skyline and Long Island during the transition to New England.
Outer Banks
The unique, thin barrier islands of North Carolina standing out against the deep blue Atlantic Ocean.
Chesapeake Bay
A massive perspective of the bay's mouth near Norfolk and the complex waterways of the Eastern Shore.
NYC & Long Island
Stunning views of the Manhattan skyline, the Verrazzano Bridge, and the entire length of the Long Island Sound.
New England Coast
The rocky coastlines of Connecticut and Rhode Island as the flight path hooks north toward New Hampshire.
Merrimack River
The winding river path that leads directly toward the Manchester area during the final approach.
This side is optimal for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic. It provides the best chance to see New York City from the air. In autumn, keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight for spectacular views of the changing foliage in the Merrimack Valley.
Tampa Metro
Aerial views of downtown Tampa, Ybor City, and the northern suburbs shortly after takeoff from TPA.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Distant views of the hazy blue peaks of the Appalachian range through Virginia and Pennsylvania.
The Capital Corridor
On clear days, the urban density and landmarks of the Washington D.C. and Baltimore metropolitan areas are visible inland.
Philadelphia Skyline
A view of the skyscrapers in Center City Philadelphia and the winding Delaware River.
White Mountain Foothills
Dense forest canopies and the rolling hills of southern New Hampshire as the plane descends into MHT.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to witness the sky change colors over the Appalachian mountains. This side is also better for spotting the major inland metropolitan centers of the Northeast Corridor. Use a window seat behind the wing to ensure your view of the ground isn't obstructed during the northern transit.
Distance: 1,939 km (1,205 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 35 min
Departure: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Arrival: MHT (42.932598, -71.435699)
Route Type: Domestic
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