While left seats excel during New York departure, right seats dominate the landing approach with superior views of the Swabian Alps and Stuttgart valley. The landing scenery is more visually distinctive than the takeoff, making right the better overall choice.
Flown JFK to STR? Did we get it right?
Flight Path
New York to Stuttgart is 3,912 miles (6,295 km), a flight of about 7 hours 15 minutes.
North Atlantic Ocean (open water for approximately 5 hours), Irish coastline and Celtic Sea, United Kingdom (Wales and England), English Channel, Normandy coast, Paris Basin, Rhine Valley approaching Germany, Main River valley
Great circle distance and headings ›.jpg?width=600)
.jpg?width=600)
.jpeg?width=600)
Phase by phase
Takeoff from JFK
LEFTLeft seats offer views of Long Island Sound and the Atlantic coastline as the aircraft climbs northeast over water. Right seats face inland toward Queens and Brooklyn with less dramatic scenery.
Landing at STR
RIGHTRight seats provide views of the Swabian Alps and the Neckar River valley as the aircraft descends toward Stuttgart from the north. Left seats face toward the Black Forest with less distinctive terrain.
Will your flight be in sunlight?
Pick a date and time in the Sun Map to watch the sun move across your whole flight.
About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to Stuttgart (STR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from New York to Stuttgart. While left seats excel during New York departure, right seats dominate the landing approach with superior views of the Swabian Alps and Stuttgart valley. The landing scenery is more visually distinctive than the takeoff, making right the better overall choice.
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 Long Island Sound and the Atlantic coastline as the aircraft climbs northeast over water. Right seats face inland toward Queens and Brooklyn with less dramatic scenery. Notable sights include: Long Island Sound, Atlantic Ocean, Connecticut coastline, Manhattan skyline (receding behind).
What can I see when landing at Stuttgart in Stuttgart?
When landing at Stuttgart (STR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right seats provide views of the Swabian Alps and the Neckar River valley as the aircraft descends toward Stuttgart from the north. Left seats face toward the Black Forest with less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Swabian Alps (Schwäbische Alb), Neckar River, Stuttgart city center, Ludwigsburg Palace grounds.
How long is the flight from New York to Stuttgart?
The flight from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to Stuttgart (STR) takes about 7 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,912 miles (6,295 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the New York to Stuttgart flight path pass over?
North Atlantic Ocean (open water for approximately 5 hours), Irish coastline and Celtic Sea, United Kingdom (Wales and England), English Channel, Normandy coast, Paris Basin, Rhine Valley approaching Germany, Main River valley