The left side delivers the iconic Manhattan skyline departure, which is one of the most spectacular urban aerial views in the world. On arrival the left side faces north over flat farmland, so right wins at Dublin — but the JFK departure view is the highlight of the journey and tips the balance to left overall.
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Flight Path
New York to Dublin is 3,171 miles (5,103 km), a flight of about 6 hours 45 minutes.
The flight tracks northeast over Long Island Sound, then crosses the Canadian Maritime provinces (Nova Scotia and Newfoundland coastlines may be visible in clear conditions), before crossing the North Atlantic. The southern tip of Greenland may appear distantly to the north on some routings. The western coast of Ireland — County Clare and the Aran Islands — is the first landfall, followed by the Irish Midlands before descending into Dublin.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from JFK
LEFTJFK departures on runway 31L/31R head northwest, putting Manhattan directly on the left side. You get a clear view of the entire Manhattan skyline, the East River crossings, and the Hudson River as the aircraft climbs out over Queens and the Bronx.
Landing at DUB
RIGHTDublin Airport's primary arrival runway 28 brings aircraft in from the east over Dublin Bay, with the right side facing south toward the city center, Dublin Bay, and the Wicklow Mountains in the distance. You get a clear view of the bay, the Poolbeg chimneys, and the city grid before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from New York to Dublin. The left side delivers the iconic Manhattan skyline departure, which is one of the most spectacular urban aerial views in the world. On arrival the left side faces north over flat farmland, so right wins at Dublin — but the JFK departure view is the highlight of the journey and tips the balance to left overall.
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. JFK departures on runway 31L/31R head northwest, putting Manhattan directly on the left side. You get a clear view of the entire Manhattan skyline, the East River crossings, and the Hudson River as the aircraft climbs out over Queens and the Bronx. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline including Empire State Building and One World Trade Center, East River bridges (Williamsburg, Manhattan, Brooklyn), Hudson River, Long Island Sound opening to the north.
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Dublin Airport's primary arrival runway 28 brings aircraft in from the east over Dublin Bay, with the right side facing south toward the city center, Dublin Bay, and the Wicklow Mountains in the distance. You get a clear view of the bay, the Poolbeg chimneys, and the city grid before touchdown. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Poolbeg Generating Station twin red-and-white chimneys, Dublin city center grid, Wicklow Mountains on the southern horizon.
How long is the flight from New York to Dublin?
The flight from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to Dublin (DUB) takes about 6 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,171 miles (5,103 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the New York to Dublin flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northeast over Long Island Sound, then crosses the Canadian Maritime provinces (Nova Scotia and Newfoundland coastlines may be visible in clear conditions), before crossing the North Atlantic. The southern tip of Greenland may appear distantly to the north on some routings. The western coast of Ireland — County Clare and the Aran Islands — is the first landfall, followed by the Irish Midlands before descending into Dublin.