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YUL → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is significantly more scenic, offering views of the Montreal skyline at departure, the rugged Adirondack High Peaks, the majestic Hudson River, and the iconic Manhattan skyline during the approach into JFK.
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Montreal Skyline
Spectacular views of Mount Royal, Olympic Stadium, and downtown skyscrapers shortly after takeoff.
Adirondack High Peaks
Fly directly over the pristine wilderness and jagged peaks of upstate New York.
Hudson River Valley
Follow the winding river past West Point and the scenic Hudson Highlands.
Manhattan Skyline
Unrivaled views of Central Park, the Empire State Building, and the One World Trade Center.
George Washington Bridge
A prominent landmark spanning the Hudson between New Jersey and Manhattan.
Request a window seat on the right for the 'River Visual' or 'Park Visual' approaches into JFK, which offer the most dramatic views of the Manhattan skyline. Late afternoon flights provide stunning sunset reflections off the Hudson River and the glass skyscrapers of the city.
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Lake Champlain
Aerial views of the massive lake stretching between New York and Vermont.
Green Mountains
The parallel mountain range of Vermont visible to the east of the flight path.
Long Island Sound
The wide body of water separating Connecticut from the northern shores of Long Island.
North Shore Beaches
Clear views of the 'Gold Coast' mansions and sandy coves as the plane descends.
The left side is best for morning flights to avoid the glare of the sun. It offers excellent views of the Vermont wilderness and the eastern end of Long Island during common arrival patterns from the north.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 537 km (334 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: International
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