The right side wins on both ends of this short flight: a parting view of Philadelphia and the Delaware River at takeoff, and a scenic descent past the Hudson River valley with the Catskill Mountains on the horizon near Albany.
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Flight Path
Philadelphia to Albany is 212 miles (342 km), a flight of about 55 minutes.
Northern New Jersey highlands, Delaware Water Gap area, and the southern Hudson Valley are crossed during the brief cruise phase.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from PHL
RIGHTAs the aircraft climbs out of PHL and turns north toward Albany, the right side offers a look back at the Philadelphia skyline and the Delaware River before the route swings over New Jersey. The left side mostly shows flat suburban sprawl with little definition.
Landing at ALB
RIGHTOn approach into Albany, the right side reveals the Hudson River valley and the distant Catskill Mountains rising to the west-southwest, giving a sense of real topography as the plane descends. The left side shows the flatter Mohawk Valley farmland, which is scenic but less dramatic.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Philadelphia International (PHL) to Albany International (ALB)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Philadelphia to Albany. The right side wins on both ends of this short flight: a parting view of Philadelphia and the Delaware River at takeoff, and a scenic descent past the Hudson River valley with the Catskill Mountains on the horizon near Albany.
What can I see during takeoff from Philadelphia International in Philadelphia?
During takeoff from Philadelphia International (PHL), sit on the Right side for the best views. As the aircraft climbs out of PHL and turns north toward Albany, the right side offers a look back at the Philadelphia skyline and the Delaware River before the route swings over New Jersey. The left side mostly shows flat suburban sprawl with little definition. Notable sights include: Philadelphia skyline, Delaware River, South Jersey suburbs.
What can I see when landing at Albany International in Albany?
When landing at Albany International (ALB), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Albany, the right side reveals the Hudson River valley and the distant Catskill Mountains rising to the west-southwest, giving a sense of real topography as the plane descends. The left side shows the flatter Mohawk Valley farmland, which is scenic but less dramatic. Notable sights include: Hudson River, Catskill Mountains foothills, Albany skyline.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Albany?
The flight from Philadelphia International (PHL) to Albany International (ALB) takes about 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 212 miles (342 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Philadelphia to Albany flight path pass over?
Northern New Jersey highlands, Delaware Water Gap area, and the southern Hudson Valley are crossed during the brief cruise phase.