Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Rochester to New York. While takeoff offers good right-side views of Rochester, the landing into LGA provides more dramatic and distinctive geography on the left side—the Hudson and East Rivers, Manhattan's iconic skyline, and the final approach corridor over Queens make the left side the stronger choice for the overall flight.

During takeoff from Greater Rochester International (ROC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Genesee River valley and the city of Rochester spreading eastward during the initial climb. ROC typically departs to the east or northeast, so right-side passengers get the best view of the urban landscape and surrounding Finger Lakes region terrain. Notable sights include: Genesee River valley, Rochester city grid, Irondequoit Bay to the northeast, Ontario shoreline in the distance.

When landing at La Guardia (LGA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide the superior approach view into LGA. Most arrivals use runways 04 or 13 (depending on wind), which bring aircraft in from the northeast over the East River and Manhattan's east side. Left-side passengers see the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and the approach corridor over Queens. Notable sights include: Hudson River, East River, Manhattan skyline (Empire State Building, Chrysler Building visible in distance), Queens residential areas.

The flight from Greater Rochester International (ROC) to La Guardia (LGA) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.

The flight path crosses the Finger Lakes region (Seneca and Cayuga Lakes visible from altitude as long linear water bodies), then transitions over the rolling terrain of central New York. As the aircraft descends toward LGA, it passes over the Hudson Valley, with the Hudson River becoming increasingly prominent. The Catskill Mountains appear as distant ridges to the northwest during the descent phase.