Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from New York to Algier. While takeoff offers interesting regional views, the landing approach into Algiers provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery—the Mediterranean coastline, the Tell Atlas Mountains, and the city's striking harbor geography make the left side the better choice for the overall journey.

During takeoff from John F Kennedy International (JFK), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Long Island Sound and the Connecticut coastline during the northeasterly climb-out from JFK. You'll see the complex waterways and barrier islands that define the New York metropolitan area's eastern edge. Notable sights include: Long Island Sound, Connecticut coastline, Jamaica Bay (to the left but visible), Atlantic barrier islands.

When landing at Houari Boumediene (ALG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide the best views during the descent into Algiers. You'll see the Atlas Mountains rising inland from the Mediterranean coast, and the city's distinctive position on the Algerian coastline with the bay and harbor clearly visible. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea, Atlas Mountains (Tell Atlas range), Algiers harbor and bay, North African coastal plains.

The flight from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to Houari Boumediene (ALG) takes Approximately 9.5 to 10.5 hours.

The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 6 hours with no significant landmarks visible—open water throughout. As you approach European airspace, you may see the Iberian Peninsula (Spain/Portugal) off the left wing, then the southern coast of Spain near the Strait of Gibraltar. The flight then crosses the western Mediterranean, with North African coastlines becoming visible in the final 2-3 hours of descent. The Rif Mountains in northern Morocco and the Kabylie Mountains in Algeria appear as you approach the Algerian coast.