Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from New York to Toronto. Right-side seats offer more consistent scenic value across the entire flight: excellent Manhattan and Hudson Valley views during takeoff, and during cruise you'll see the Catskill Mountains and the transition zones between New York and Pennsylvania. The landing into Toronto is comparable on both sides, but the takeoff advantage tips the overall recommendation to the right.

During takeoff from John F Kennedy International (JFK), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer clear views of the East River, Manhattan's grid, and the Hudson River as the aircraft climbs northwestward out of JFK. You'll see the urban sprawl transition to suburban areas and eventually the beginning of the Hudson Valley. Notable sights include: East River and Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Queens and Brooklyn urban grid, Westchester County suburbs.

When landing at City Centre (YTZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Toronto City Centre Airport. You'll see Lake Ontario's shoreline, the Toronto waterfront, and the city's downtown core as you approach from the south over the water. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario, Toronto waterfront and harbourfront, downtown Toronto skyline, Toronto Islands.

The flight from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to City Centre (YTZ) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.

Hudson Valley (including the Hudson River winding through forested terrain), Catskill Mountains to the northwest, Pennsylvania-New York border region with lakes and forests, Lake Ontario's southern shoreline as you approach Toronto airspace