While left seats win on departure, right seats provide superior views for the majority of the flight and especially during the scenic landing approach to Bermuda. The approach views of the island and reef system are the visual highlight of this route.
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Flight Path
New York to Hamilton is 762 miles (1,227 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Open Atlantic Ocean with no major landmarks. The flight path crosses the continental shelf edge southeast of New Jersey, then proceeds over deep ocean. Occasional cloud formations and the curvature of the Atlantic horizon are the primary visual features during cruise. No significant islands or coastal features lie along the direct routing between New York and Bermuda.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from JFK
LEFTLeft seats offer views of the Atlantic coastline as you climb out over Long Island and the New York Bight. You'll see the barrier islands and coastal geography that define the initial departure corridor heading southeast toward Bermuda.
Landing at BDA
RIGHTRight seats provide the best views during approach to Bermuda. You'll see the island itself and the surrounding reef system and turquoise waters that make Bermuda's geography distinctive. The approach typically comes from the northwest, so right-side seats face the island directly.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from New York to Hamilton. While left seats win on departure, right seats provide superior views for the majority of the flight and especially during the scenic landing approach to Bermuda. The approach views of the island and reef system are the visual highlight of this route.
What can I see during takeoff from John F Kennedy International in New York?
During takeoff from John F Kennedy International (JFK), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer views of the Atlantic coastline as you climb out over Long Island and the New York Bight. You'll see the barrier islands and coastal geography that define the initial departure corridor heading southeast toward Bermuda. Notable sights include: Long Island coastline, Atlantic Ocean, New York City metropolitan area (receding inland), Jamaica Bay.
What can I see when landing at L.F. Wade International Airport in Hamilton?
When landing at L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right seats provide the best views during approach to Bermuda. You'll see the island itself and the surrounding reef system and turquoise waters that make Bermuda's geography distinctive. The approach typically comes from the northwest, so right-side seats face the island directly. Notable sights include: Bermuda island, turquoise reef waters, Atlantic Ocean, Hamilton Harbour.
How long is the flight from New York to Hamilton?
The flight from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 762 miles (1,227 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the New York to Hamilton flight path pass over?
Open Atlantic Ocean with no major landmarks. The flight path crosses the continental shelf edge southeast of New Jersey, then proceeds over deep ocean. Occasional cloud formations and the curvature of the Atlantic horizon are the primary visual features during cruise. No significant islands or coastal features lie along the direct routing between New York and Bermuda.