About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to Norfolk International (ORF)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from New York to Norfolk. The right side wins overall. While the left side has the spectacular Manhattan departure view, the right side tracks the New Jersey coast, Delaware Bay, and the Virginia coastline during cruise, then delivers the dramatic Hampton Roads and Chesapeake Bay arrival. The sustained coastal scenery on the right outweighs the single departure moment on the left.
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 primarily departs on runway 31L/31R heading northwest, or runway 22L/22R heading southwest. On either departure, the left side faces Manhattan and the Upper Bay. You get a direct view of the Manhattan skyline, the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, and the Hudson River as the aircraft climbs out over the water. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, Upper New York Bay, Staten Island.
What can I see when landing at Norfolk International in Norfolk?
When landing at Norfolk International (ORF), sit on the Right side for the best views. ORF typically lands on runway 23 heading southwest, or runway 5 heading northeast. On approach from the north, the right side faces the Chesapeake Bay and Hampton Roads harbor. You get clear views of the broad mouth of the Chesapeake Bay, the Hampton Roads waterway, and the dense naval infrastructure of Naval Station Norfolk. Notable sights include: Chesapeake Bay mouth, Hampton Roads harbor, Naval Station Norfolk, Elizabeth River.
How long is the flight from New York to Norfolk?
The flight from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to Norfolk International (ORF) takes Approximately 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the New York to Norfolk flight path pass over?
The flight tracks roughly southwest over New Jersey, crossing Delaware Bay near its mouth, then over the Delmarva Peninsula. The broad Delaware Bay is visible below around the midpoint. The flight then crosses into Virginia over the flat coastal plain, with the Chesapeake Bay becoming visible on the right side as the aircraft begins descent. The Delmarva Peninsula's low, marshy terrain and barrier islands are visible throughout the mid-flight portion.