Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from New York to Atlantic City. While the takeoff offers Manhattan views, the landing provides more visually distinctive scenery with the Atlantic coastline, barrier islands, and ocean. The left side captures the primary scenic payoff of this short coastal route.

During takeoff from La Guardia (LGA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Manhattan and the East River as you climb out southwest from LGA. You'll see the Manhattan skyline receding, with the Hudson River and New Jersey visible to the right. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, East River, Hudson River, Upper New York Bay.

When landing at Atlantic City International (ACY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Atlantic City coastline, the Atlantic Ocean, and Barnegat Bay as you descend toward ACY. You'll see the barrier islands and beach communities clearly during final approach. Notable sights include: Atlantic Ocean, Barnegat Bay, Atlantic City boardwalk and beach, barrier islands.

The flight from La Guardia (LGA) to Atlantic City International (ACY) takes Approximately 25-30 minutes.

During the brief flight, you'll pass over central New Jersey's Pine Barrens (visible as forested lowlands), Barnegat Bay's shallow waters and barrier islands, and the New Jersey coastal plain. The flight path generally follows a southwest-to-southeast trajectory, staying relatively low altitude over flat terrain and water.