ALB

When landing at Albany International (ALB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on runway 28 means approaching from the east, and downtown Albany sits just south of the flight path, so left-side passengers get a good look at the Hudson River and the Albany skyline including the Empire State Plaza tower as you descend. The right side mostly shows suburban Colonie and the Mohawk Valley farmland, which is less distinct. Notable sights include: Hudson River, downtown Albany skyline with Empire State Plaza, Mohawk River confluence near Troy/Cohoes, Rensselaer rail yards.

Arriving at Albany International in Albany, passengers on the Left side enjoy views of Hudson River, downtown Albany skyline with Empire State Plaza, Mohawk River confluence near Troy/Cohoes, Rensselaer rail yards. Landing on runway 28 means approaching from the east, and downtown Albany sits just south of the flight path, so left-side passengers get a good look at the Hudson River and the Albany skyline including the Empire State Plaza tower as you descend. The right side mostly shows suburban Colonie and the Mohawk Valley farmland, which is less distinct.

The best window seat landing at Albany International (ALB) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Albany (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.