The left side wins primarily on the strength of the dramatic Vesuvius and Bay of Naples departure, a genuinely rare volcanic-coastal takeoff view that outweighs the mostly ocean-dominated cruise and gives the flight its most memorable scenic moment.
Flight Path
Mostly open North Atlantic Ocean; the great-circle route passes north of the Azores and may bring the aircraft within visual range of the Newfoundland coast and Grand Banks before continuing over the Gulf of Maine toward New England.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from NAP
LEFTDeparting NAP on runway 24, the aircraft climbs out over the city of Naples and the Bay of Naples with Mount Vesuvius rising distinctly to the southeast, all visible on the left side before the turn out to sea.
Landing at JFK
RIGHTOn the approach into JFK from the northeast, the descent path over Long Island Sound and Queens puts the Manhattan skyline and the Atlantic barrier beaches on the right side of the aircraft just before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Capodichino (NAP) to John F Kennedy International (JFK)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Naples to New York. The left side wins primarily on the strength of the dramatic Vesuvius and Bay of Naples departure, a genuinely rare volcanic-coastal takeoff view that outweighs the mostly ocean-dominated cruise and gives the flight its most memorable scenic moment.
What can I see during takeoff from Capodichino in Naples?
During takeoff from Capodichino (NAP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing NAP on runway 24, the aircraft climbs out over the city of Naples and the Bay of Naples with Mount Vesuvius rising distinctly to the southeast, all visible on the left side before the turn out to sea. Notable sights include: Mount Vesuvius, Bay of Naples, Sorrento Peninsula, Capri (distant).
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 Right side for the best views. On the approach into JFK from the northeast, the descent path over Long Island Sound and Queens puts the Manhattan skyline and the Atlantic barrier beaches on the right side of the aircraft just before touchdown. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Long Island Sound, Jamaica Bay, Rockaway Peninsula.
How long is the flight from Naples to New York?
The flight from Capodichino (NAP) to John F Kennedy International (JFK) takes 10h 30m.
What does the Naples to New York flight path pass over?
Mostly open North Atlantic Ocean; the great-circle route passes north of the Azores and may bring the aircraft within visual range of the Newfoundland coast and Grand Banks before continuing over the Gulf of Maine toward New England.