While the takeoff offers dramatic mountain and coastal views on the right, the landing approach into JFK on the left provides iconic and recognizable scenery—the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and East River—that most passengers find more memorable and visually rewarding than the departure.
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Flight Path
Mangalore to New York is 8,226 miles (13,238 km), a flight of about 16 hours 30 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Arabian Sea, then over the Middle East (Persian Gulf region visible on clear days), continues over Turkey and Eastern Europe, crosses the Atlantic Ocean, and approaches North America over Newfoundland and the Canadian Maritimes before descending into the New York area. Notable features include the Caucasus Mountains (visible on northerly routing), the Alps (on some European routing variations), and the Atlantic coastline of Newfoundland during final approach to North America.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from IXE
RIGHTRight side offers views of the Arabian Sea coastline and the Western Ghats mountain range as the aircraft climbs out westward over the Indian Ocean. Left side faces inland toward the Deccan Plateau with less dramatic terrain.
Landing at JFK
LEFTLeft side provides views of the Hudson River, Manhattan's skyline, and the East River as the aircraft descends into JFK on its typical westbound approach. Right side faces toward Long Island and Queens with less iconic scenery.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Mangalore (IXE) to John F Kennedy International (JFK)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Mangalore to New York. While the takeoff offers dramatic mountain and coastal views on the right, the landing approach into JFK on the left provides iconic and recognizable scenery—the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and East River—that most passengers find more memorable and visually rewarding than the departure.
What can I see during takeoff from Mangalore in Mangalore?
During takeoff from Mangalore (IXE), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers views of the Arabian Sea coastline and the Western Ghats mountain range as the aircraft climbs out westward over the Indian Ocean. Left side faces inland toward the Deccan Plateau with less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: Arabian Sea coastline, Western Ghats escarpment, Mangalore city and port facilities, coastal lagoons and backwaters.
What can I see when landing at John F Kennedy International in New York?
When landing at John F Kennedy International (JFK), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides views of the Hudson River, Manhattan's skyline, and the East River as the aircraft descends into JFK on its typical westbound approach. Right side faces toward Long Island and Queens with less iconic scenery. Notable sights include: Hudson River, Manhattan skyline and skyscrapers, East River, Long Island Sound, Brooklyn and Queens urban areas.
How long is the flight from Mangalore to New York?
The flight from Mangalore (IXE) to John F Kennedy International (JFK) takes about 16 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 8,226 miles (13,238 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Mangalore to New York flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Arabian Sea, then over the Middle East (Persian Gulf region visible on clear days), continues over Turkey and Eastern Europe, crosses the Atlantic Ocean, and approaches North America over Newfoundland and the Canadian Maritimes before descending into the New York area. Notable features include the Caucasus Mountains (visible on northerly routing), the Alps (on some European routing variations), and the Atlantic coastline of Newfoundland during final approach to North America.