HPN

Best window seat at Westchester Co

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offRIGHT

Hudson River, Palisades Interstate Park cliffs, Kensico Reservoir

LandingLEFT

Hudson River, Westchester County residential and commercial areas, Kensico Reservoir or local water features

🛫 Taking Off from White Plains (HPN)

Best sideRight
WhyRunway 34 departures head northeast, placing the Hudson River and Palisades on your right side during initial climb. The right side also offers views of the Westchester County landscape, including the Kensico Reservoir and northern suburbs as you gain altitude.
Look forHudson River, Palisades Interstate Park cliffs, Kensico Reservoir, Westchester County residential areas

🛬 Landing at White Plains (HPN)

Best sideLeft
WhyRunway 16 approaches from the south-southwest, placing the Hudson River and Westchester County's rolling terrain on the left side during descent. You'll see the river's distinctive curves and the broader landscape context of the lower Hudson Valley as you descend toward the runway.
Look forHudson River (west/left), Westchester County residential and commercial areas (foreground and right), Kensico Reservoir or local water features (middle distance), distant ridgelines of the Hudson Highlands (far horizon to northwest)

Westchester County Airport is a small, single-terminal airport favored by business travelers for its quick, hassle-free access compared to NYC's major airports, with limited mainline and regional jet service plus a significant general aviation and private jet presence.

⛰️ Elevation440 ft
🛫 Runways2 (16/34, 11/29)
📍 NearbyLGA 22 miTEB 24 miJFK 30 miEWR 35 miISP 37 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Westchester Co (HPN)?

At Westchester Co in White Plains: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Hudson River, Palisades Interstate Park cliffs, Kensico Reservoir, Westchester County residential areas.

What can I see during takeoff from Westchester Co in White Plains?

When taking off from Westchester Co (HPN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Runway 34 departures head northeast, placing the Hudson River and Palisades on your right side during initial climb. The right side also offers views of the Westchester County landscape, including the Kensico Reservoir and northern suburbs as you gain altitude. Notable sights include: Hudson River, Palisades Interstate Park cliffs, Kensico Reservoir, Westchester County residential areas.

What can I see when landing at Westchester Co in White Plains?

When landing at Westchester Co (HPN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Runway 16 approaches from the south-southwest, placing the Hudson River and Westchester County's rolling terrain on the left side during descent. You'll see the river's distinctive curves and the broader landscape context of the lower Hudson Valley as you descend toward the runway. Notable sights include: Hudson River (west/left), Westchester County residential and commercial areas (foreground and right), Kensico Reservoir or local water features (middle distance), distant ridgelines of the Hudson Highlands (far horizon to northwest).

What factors affect the best window seat at Westchester Co?

The best window seat at Westchester Co (HPN) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around White Plains (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.