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BTV → EWR
Which side of the plane to sit from Burlington International Airport (Burlington) to Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panorama of the Green Mountains early in the flight and provides the most iconic views of the Manhattan skyline during the descent into Newark.
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Green Mountains
Panoramic views of Vermont's rolling mountain range shortly after departure.
Albany Skyline
The New York State Capitol and Empire State Plaza visible as the plane tracks south.
Hudson River
Continuous views of the winding river valley and historic river towns.
Manhattan Skyline
Breathtaking views of Central Park, the Empire State Building, and One World Trade Center on approach.
George Washington Bridge
A top-down view of the massive suspension bridge connecting NJ and NY.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the New York City skyline. During typical southward landings (Runway 22), the plane flies down the Hudson River, placing Manhattan directly outside your window. Early morning flights offer beautiful lighting on the Green Mountains, while night flights provide a spectacular view of the NYC city lights.
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Lake Champlain
Excellent views of the broad lake and the transition from Vermont to New York.
Adirondack High Peaks
Rugged wilderness and the highest mountains in New York state to the west.
West Point
The historic United States Military Academy campus perched on the Hudson.
The Palisades
Dramatic basalt cliffs lining the western shore of the Hudson River.
Port Newark
The massive shipping infrastructure and container cranes just before touchdown.
The right side is excellent for nature lovers early in the flight, offering views of the Adirondack wilderness. As you approach Newark, you will see the Jersey City skyline and the industrial landscape of northern New Jersey. Sunset flights are particularly beautiful on this side as the sun dips behind the Appalachian ridges to the west.
Book Hotels in NewarkDistance: 428 km (266 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 43 min
Departure: BTV (44.4719009399, -73.15329742429998)
Arrival: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Route Type: Domestic
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