The right side tracks closer to the coastal corridor and river features during both takeoff and landing, while the left side mostly shows inland Pennsylvania and Maine forest with fewer distinct landmarks.
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Flight Path
Philadelphia to Bangor is 473 miles (760 km), a flight of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Route passes near the lower Hudson Valley and Long Island Sound, then over central Massachusetts and southern Maine's forested interior before reaching Bangor.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from PHL
RIGHTDeparting PHL to the northeast, the initial climb and turn put the Delaware River and Philadelphia's skyline on the right side of the aircraft before the route bends north toward New York and New England.
Landing at BGR
RIGHTOn approach into Bangor from the south, the right side offers views of the Penobscot River winding through forested Maine terrain as the aircraft descends toward the airport, giving a sense of the river valley before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Philadelphia International (PHL) to Bangor International (BGR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Philadelphia to Bangor. The right side tracks closer to the coastal corridor and river features during both takeoff and landing, while the left side mostly shows inland Pennsylvania and Maine forest with fewer distinct landmarks.
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. Departing PHL to the northeast, the initial climb and turn put the Delaware River and Philadelphia's skyline on the right side of the aircraft before the route bends north toward New York and New England. Notable sights include: Delaware River, Philadelphia skyline, Delaware River bridges, Camden waterfront.
What can I see when landing at Bangor International in Bangor?
When landing at Bangor International (BGR), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Bangor from the south, the right side offers views of the Penobscot River winding through forested Maine terrain as the aircraft descends toward the airport, giving a sense of the river valley before touchdown. Notable sights include: Penobscot River, Bangor city area, dense Maine forest, small lakes.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Bangor?
The flight from Philadelphia International (PHL) to Bangor International (BGR) takes about 1 hour 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 473 miles (760 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Philadelphia to Bangor flight path pass over?
Route passes near the lower Hudson Valley and Long Island Sound, then over central Massachusetts and southern Maine's forested interior before reaching Bangor.