Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Albany to Philadelphia. While takeoff favors the right side, the landing approach on the left offers more dramatic urban and river scenery as you descend into Philadelphia. The left side captures the Schuylkill River and downtown skyline, which are more visually compelling than the takeoff views.

During takeoff from Albany International (ALB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers views of the Hudson River valley and Catskill Mountains as you climb out westbound initially before turning south. The left side faces inland toward less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: Hudson River, Catskill Mountains, Albany city grid, Mohawk River confluence.

When landing at Philadelphia International (PHL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides views of the Schuylkill River, Philadelphia's downtown skyline, and the surrounding urban landscape during descent into PHL. Right side faces toward the industrial areas and less scenic terrain. Notable sights include: Schuylkill River, Philadelphia downtown skyline, Delaware River, Fairmount Park.

The flight from Albany International (ALB) to Philadelphia International (PHL) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.

Delaware Water Gap (visible as a notch in the ridge line between Pennsylvania and New Jersey at roughly 41.0°N -75.0°E), Pocono Mountains to the east, Lehigh River valley, and the transition from Hudson Valley forests to the more developed corridor approaching Philadelphia