About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from La Guardia (LGA) to Bangor International (BGR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from New York to Bangor. Right side captures the most visually distinctive features: Manhattan's skyline during departure and the Penobscot River valley during approach. The left side offers forest views that, while scenic, are less distinctive than the urban and river features on the right.
What can I see during takeoff from La Guardia in New York?
During takeoff from La Guardia (LGA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers views of Manhattan and the East River as the aircraft climbs northeastward out of LaGuardia. You'll see the urban grid of midtown and lower Manhattan receding below, with the Hudson River visible to the left in the distance. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, East River, Hudson River, Queens urban sprawl.
What can I see when landing at Bangor International in Bangor?
When landing at Bangor International (BGR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides views of the Penobscot River valley and the forested terrain surrounding Bangor during descent. You'll see the river winding through dense Maine forest, with the city of Bangor visible along the riverbanks as the aircraft approaches from the southwest. Notable sights include: Penobscot River, Maine coniferous forest, Bangor city center, Kenduskeag Stream.
How long is the flight from New York to Bangor?
The flight from La Guardia (LGA) to Bangor International (BGR) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the New York to Bangor flight path pass over?
Connecticut coastline and Long Island Sound (visible 20 minutes after takeoff), Rhode Island and Massachusetts inland terrain, the transition from southern New England's mixed forest to Maine's dense coniferous forest, and the Kennebec River valley in central Maine as you approach the final descent into Bangor.