About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Munich (MUC) to John F Kennedy International (JFK)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Munich to New York. Left side wins at both ends of the flight. The Bavarian Alps on departure and the Manhattan skyline plus Jamaica Bay on approach are the two most dramatic visual moments of this route, and both favor the left side of the aircraft.
What can I see during takeoff from Munich in Munich?
During takeoff from Munich (MUC), sit on the Left side for the best views. MUC typically departs westward on runway 26L/26R, then turns northwest toward the Atlantic. A left/south-facing seat gives you a clear view of the Bavarian Alps stretching east-west along the horizon, including the Zugspitze massif. The city of Munich is also visible to the southwest during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Bavarian Alps (including Zugspitze), Munich city center to the southwest, Ammersee and Starnberger See lakes, Isar River valley.
What can I see when landing at John F Kennedy International in New York?
When landing at John F Kennedy International (JFK), sit on the Left side for the best views. JFK approaches from the east or northeast on runway 22L/22R or 31L/31R depending on winds. A left/south-facing seat on approach from the northeast gives you views of Long Island's south shore, Jamaica Bay, and the Manhattan skyline visible to the northwest across the bay. The right side faces inland over suburban Queens and Nassau County with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline to the northwest, Jamaica Bay and its wildlife refuge, Long Island south shore barrier beaches, Verrazano-Narrows Bridge.
How long is the flight from Munich to New York?
The flight from Munich (MUC) to John F Kennedy International (JFK) takes Approximately 9 to 10 hours.
What does the Munich to New York flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northwest over southern Germany, crosses the Rhine near Frankfurt, then over Belgium and the Netherlands before reaching the North Sea near Amsterdam. It then crosses the UK — often over Scotland — before heading out over the North Atlantic. The Greenland ice sheet and southern tip of Greenland may be visible on the left side at cruise altitude. The flight then descends over Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, crossing New England before reaching New York.