While the Manhattan departure view is strong, the right side benefits from both the Parisian landing sequence with iconic landmarks and a slightly better cruise-phase glimpse of the Irish and English coastlines during the North Atlantic crossing.
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Flight Path
New York to Paris is 3,621 miles (5,828 km), a flight of about 7 hours 10 minutes.
Southern coast of Newfoundland, open North Atlantic, southern Irish coastline near Cork, and the English Channel approach toward the French coast
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from JFK
LEFTDepartures from JFK toward Europe typically climb out over Long Island and bank north, giving left-side passengers a clear view of the Manhattan skyline and Long Island Sound before the route heads out over open Atlantic water.
Landing at LBG
RIGHTArrivals into Le Bourget from the west on runway 07 track eastward just north of central Paris, putting the Eiffel Tower, the Seine, and Sacré-Coeur on the right side of the aircraft during the final descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to Le Bourget (LBG)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from New York to Paris. While the Manhattan departure view is strong, the right side benefits from both the Parisian landing sequence with iconic landmarks and a slightly better cruise-phase glimpse of the Irish and English coastlines during the North Atlantic crossing.
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. Departures from JFK toward Europe typically climb out over Long Island and bank north, giving left-side passengers a clear view of the Manhattan skyline and Long Island Sound before the route heads out over open Atlantic water. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Long Island Sound, Rockaway Peninsula coastline.
What can I see when landing at Le Bourget in Paris?
When landing at Le Bourget (LBG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arrivals into Le Bourget from the west on runway 07 track eastward just north of central Paris, putting the Eiffel Tower, the Seine, and Sacré-Coeur on the right side of the aircraft during the final descent. Notable sights include: Eiffel Tower, Seine River, Sacré-Coeur and Montmartre, Paris rooftops.
How long is the flight from New York to Paris?
The flight from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to Le Bourget (LBG) takes about 7 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,621 miles (5,828 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the New York to Paris flight path pass over?
Southern coast of Newfoundland, open North Atlantic, southern Irish coastline near Cork, and the English Channel approach toward the French coast