Pittsburgh to New York is 339 miles (545 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The right side captures both scenic bookends of this short route — Pittsburgh's river confluence during departure and the Manhattan skyline during arrival — while the left side offers mostly featureless farmland and suburban terrain throughout.
Flight Path
Ridge-and-valley terrain of the Allegheny Mountains and central Pennsylvania farmland, with the Susquehanna River valley crossed en route toward the New York City area
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from PIT
RIGHTDeparting PIT on runway 28 heads the aircraft west before it banks back toward the east for JFK, and that turn typically swings the right side of the cabin over downtown Pittsburgh, giving a brief but clear view of the Golden Triangle and the confluence of the three rivers. The left side mostly sees suburban sprawl and rolling hills with no distinct landmark.
Landing at JFK
RIGHTOn approach into JFK, arrivals from the west often curve south over Long Island Sound before lining up on the southeast-facing runways, putting the Manhattan skyline and the East River on the right side of the aircraft. The left side instead faces open Atlantic and the flatter South Shore of Long Island, which is less distinctive.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Pittsburgh International (PIT) to John F Kennedy International (JFK)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Pittsburgh to New York. The right side captures both scenic bookends of this short route — Pittsburgh's river confluence during departure and the Manhattan skyline during arrival — while the left side offers mostly featureless farmland and suburban terrain throughout.
What can I see during takeoff from Pittsburgh International in Pittsburgh?
During takeoff from Pittsburgh International (PIT), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing PIT on runway 28 heads the aircraft west before it banks back toward the east for JFK, and that turn typically swings the right side of the cabin over downtown Pittsburgh, giving a brief but clear view of the Golden Triangle and the confluence of the three rivers. The left side mostly sees suburban sprawl and rolling hills with no distinct landmark. Notable sights include: Pittsburgh's Golden Triangle skyline, confluence of the Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio Rivers, Mount Washington overlook ridge.
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 approach into JFK, arrivals from the west often curve south over Long Island Sound before lining up on the southeast-facing runways, putting the Manhattan skyline and the East River on the right side of the aircraft. The left side instead faces open Atlantic and the flatter South Shore of Long Island, which is less distinctive. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, East River and Long Island Sound, Throgs Neck and Whitestone Bridges, Jamaica Bay wetlands near JFK.
How long is the flight from Pittsburgh to New York?
The flight from Pittsburgh International (PIT) to John F Kennedy International (JFK) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 339 miles (545 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Pittsburgh to New York flight path pass over?
Ridge-and-valley terrain of the Allegheny Mountains and central Pennsylvania farmland, with the Susquehanna River valley crossed en route toward the New York City area