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AMS → EWR
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft is superior for this transatlantic route, offering high-contrast views of the Greenland ice sheet and the rugged Canadian coastline while avoiding the direct glare of the southern sun.
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Scottish Highlands
Breathtaking views of the misty peaks and deep lochs of Northern Scotland shortly after departure.
Greenland Ice Sheet
The highlight of the flight, featuring massive glaciers, turquoise meltwater lakes, and the icy peaks of Cape Farewell.
Labrador Fjords
Deeply carved glacial valleys and seasonal icebergs along the remote coast of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Maine Wilderness
The vast, unbroken green canopy of the Great North Woods and the rocky Maine shoreline.
Manhattan Skyline
A world-class aerial view of the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the One World Trade Center during the EWR approach.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see Greenland, which usually appears about 4 to 5 hours after takeoff. The lighting is perfect for photography as the sun is on the opposite side. Additionally, for the most common arrivals into Newark (the PENNS or STADIUM arrivals), the right side offers an unparalleled panoramic view of the entire Manhattan skyline just minutes before touchdown.
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Southern Ireland
Green coastal cliffs and fields of the Irish countryside as the plane moves into the North Atlantic.
Nova Scotia Coastline
The jagged and rocky Atlantic coastline of Canada appears after the oceanic crossing.
Boston & Cape Cod
The unique hook shape of Cape Cod and the dense urban layout of Boston are visible on the descent.
Statue of Liberty
Occasional views of the New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty depending on the EWR landing pattern.
While the left side offers views of the New England coast, it suffers from intense solar glare for most of the westbound journey. Keep your window shade partially closed mid-flight to avoid eye strain. On the final approach into Newark, if the plane lands from the south, the left side provides views of the Jersey Shore and the industrial ports.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 5,868 km (3,646 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 54 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Route Type: International
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