On an eastbound approach, passengers on the right side can spot the city's high-rises and the Scioto Mile parkland before the plane touches down at the airport.
The right side provides a superior aerial perspective of the iconic Manhattan skyline immediately following a JFK departure, along with a high-probability view of the Columbus downtown core during the final approach.
The right side is superior for its unparalleled views of the Florida Atlantic coastline, the Cape Canaveral space facilities, and the scenic approach over the Scioto River into Columbus.
The right side offers a stunning sequence of Atlantic coastal views, the Kennedy Space Center, and the most dramatic ridges of the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains during the mid-flight transit.
The Left Side offers a superior panorama of the vibrant red rock formations in Southern Utah, the highest peaks of the Colorado Rockies, and better views of major Midwestern city centers along the flight path.
The left side offers the most iconic views of the Manhattan skyline shortly after takeoff from LGA and typically provides a superior view of the Columbus city center during the final approach into CMH.
The left side (North-facing) is generally superior for an eastbound flight to avoid direct sun glare while offering spectacular views of the San Gabriel Mountains, the high desert, and the most dramatic sections of the Colorado Rockies.
The right side of the aircraft offers unparalleled views of the unique 'Ridge-and-Valley' Appalachian formations and a clear sight of Harrisburg's capital complex.
The left side of the aircraft typically offers a superior view of the Florida Gulf Coast during departure and a better angle of the Great Smoky Mountains and the Columbus city skyline during the descent.
The left side is superior primarily for the departure out of Midway, offering an iconic view of the Chicago skyline and the southern curve of Lake Michigan. During the short flight, it also provides a clear view of the Indiana shoreline industrial hubs and the northern suburbs of Columbus upon arrival.
The right side provides a front-row seat to the most dramatic landscapes in the lower 48, including the High Sierra, Utah's red rocks, and the Colorado Front Range.
The right side offers the most iconic views, including the Dallas skyline upon departure and the dramatic confluence of the Mississippi and Ohio rivers near Cairo, Illinois.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic terrain of the Appalachian Mountains, including the iconic New River Gorge and views of West Virginia's state capital.