AVP

Best window seat at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport

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Taking offRIGHT

Susquehanna River, Wilkes-Barre skyline, North Mountain ridge

LandingRIGHT

Susquehanna River, Wilkes-Barre downtown, Wyoming Valley ridgelines

🛫 Taking Off from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AVP)

Best sideRight
WhyDeparting southwest on runway 22, the right side gives you a clear view down into the Wyoming Valley, with the Susquehanna River winding below and Wilkes-Barre's skyline visible against the North Mountain ridge in the distance. The left side mostly shows the wooded Moosic Mountains plateau, which is less visually distinct.
Look forSusquehanna River, Wilkes-Barre skyline, North Mountain ridge, Wyoming Valley farmland

🛬 Landing at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AVP)

Best sideRight
WhyOn the typical runway 22 approach, you fly southwest down the Wyoming Valley, and the right side gives a clear view of the Susquehanna River winding past Wilkes-Barre along with the valley floor and ridgelines to the west. The left side mostly faces the Moosic Mountains foothills, which are less visually distinct at this altitude.
Look forSusquehanna River, Wilkes-Barre downtown, Wyoming Valley ridgelines, Moosic Mountains (distant, left side)

A small regional airport with a single terminal, AVP serves the Wyoming Valley with limited commercial service primarily to major East Coast hub cities, making it a convenient low-hassle alternative to flying through larger nearby airports.

⛰️ Elevation961 ft
🛫 Runways2 (04/22, 10/28)
📍 NearbyABE 50 miBGM 62 miIPT 63 miELM 83 miSWF 85 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)?

At Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Susquehanna River, Wilkes-Barre skyline, North Mountain ridge, Wyoming Valley farmland.

What can I see during takeoff from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton?

When taking off from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing southwest on runway 22, the right side gives you a clear view down into the Wyoming Valley, with the Susquehanna River winding below and Wilkes-Barre's skyline visible against the North Mountain ridge in the distance. The left side mostly shows the wooded Moosic Mountains plateau, which is less visually distinct. Notable sights include: Susquehanna River, Wilkes-Barre skyline, North Mountain ridge, Wyoming Valley farmland.

What can I see when landing at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton?

When landing at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the typical runway 22 approach, you fly southwest down the Wyoming Valley, and the right side gives a clear view of the Susquehanna River winding past Wilkes-Barre along with the valley floor and ridgelines to the west. The left side mostly faces the Moosic Mountains foothills, which are less visually distinct at this altitude. Notable sights include: Susquehanna River, Wilkes-Barre downtown, Wyoming Valley ridgelines, Moosic Mountains (distant, left side).

What factors affect the best window seat at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport?

The best window seat at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.