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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is superior for this northeast route, offering consistent views of the Appalachian ridges and the iconic Manhattan skyline during the descent into Newark.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Nashville Skyline

Aerial views of the Cumberland River and the Batman Building shortly after takeoff from BNA.

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Appalachian Ridges

Dramatic views of the folded mountain ridges of West Virginia and Central Pennsylvania.

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Manhattan Skyline

An unbeatable panoramic view of the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center on the final approach.

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George Washington Bridge

Visible if the flight patterns follow the Hudson River corridor southward toward Newark.

For the best experience, select a seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the New York City skyline. During morning flights, the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft, providing perfectly lit landscapes and better photo opportunities without glare.

Right Side Highlights
7.0
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Blue Ridge Mountains

The scenic eastern edge of the Appalachian chain visible through the mid-flight segment.

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Susquehanna River

The wide, winding waters of one of the oldest river systems in the world crossing through Pennsylvania.

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Statue of Liberty

A glimpse of Liberty Island and the harbor during the final banking turns into EWR.

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Port Newark

Detailed views of the massive container ships and industrial infrastructure of the Port of New York and New Jersey.

Keep an eye out for the Atlantic coastline in the distance on clear days. If the airport is landing from the south, the right side provides a closer look at the Statue of Liberty and the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, though it misses the main Manhattan skyline panorama.

Top Activities in Newark
Route Information

Distance: 1,201 km (746 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min

Departure: BNA (36.1245002746582, -86.6781997680664)

Arrival: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)

Route Type: Domestic

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