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YHZ → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (Halifax) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a premier view of the United States' Northeast Corridor, including the skylines of Boston, New York City, and Philadelphia, as well as the varied coastline of New England.
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Bay of Fundy
Shortly after departure, view the waters known for having the highest tides in the world between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.
Boston Skyline
Excellent views of the Massachusetts State House, Fenway Park, and the cluster of skyscrapers in the Financial District.
Manhattan and NYC
The flight path typically passes just west of NYC, offering a stunning view of Central Park, the Empire State Building, and the Freedom Tower.
Philadelphia Center City
During the final descent, enjoy a close-up view of the Comcast Center and One Liberty Place skyscrapers.
Benjamin Franklin Bridge
The iconic suspension bridge connecting Philadelphia and Camden is clearly visible during the low-altitude approach.
For the best experience, choose a window seat on the right side to see the major cities. On the descent into PHL, the plane often flies over the Schuylkill and Delaware rivers, providing a perfect photo opportunity of the Philadelphia skyline. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting as the sun illuminates the city facades from the west.
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Atlantic Ocean Panoramas
Expansive views of the North Atlantic, offering deep blue horizons and sunlight reflections on the water.
Cape Cod Peninsula
A distant but distinct view of the hook-shaped landmass and the surrounding islands of Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.
Jersey Shore
Aerial perspectives of the long barrier islands, coastal inlets, and the famous boardwalks of the New Jersey coastline.
Delaware Bay
View of the widening bay where the Delaware River meets the Atlantic, often filled with large cargo vessels.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. It is generally quieter visually but provides excellent views of the approach over the Delaware River if landing from the east. Keep an eye out for large shipping traffic heading toward the port of Philadelphia.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,112 km (691 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: YHZ (44.880798339799995, -63.508598327600005)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: International
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