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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic views of the Greenland ice sheet and the rugged fjords of the Labrador coast, which are the premier scenic attractions on this transatlantic route.

Right Side Highlights
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Scottish Highlands

Mist-covered mountains and deep lochs visible if the flight path takes a northern 'Great Circle' track.

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Greenland Ice Cap

Dazzling white glaciers and massive ice sheets that dominate the view for nearly an hour.

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Labrador Fjords

Deep, rocky inlets and barren tundra along the remote northeastern coast of Canada.

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Maine Wilderness

Dense forests and thousands of small lakes as the aircraft enters United States airspace.

The highlight of the right side is undoubtedly Greenland. Ensure your window is clear of frost to capture the transition from the Atlantic Ocean to the towering ice cliffs. Since this is a westbound flight, the sun will be on the left (south), meaning the right side has softer, more consistent lighting for photography of the arctic landscapes.

Left Side Highlights
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Dutch Polders

Intricate water management systems and green fields shortly after takeoff from Dusseldorf.

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North Atlantic

Expansive views of the ocean where the sun creates a shimmering 'glitter path' during afternoon flights.

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Manhattan Skyline

A potential iconic view of the New York City skyscrapers if the arrival pattern approaches Newark from the north.

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Verrazzano Bridge

Views of the gateway to New York Harbor during the final descent into the New Jersey area.

For the best experience, choose the left side if you are arriving during the late afternoon; the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for the New York City skyline. During the final 20 minutes of flight, keep your camera ready for the Manhattan panorama, though this depends on the specific runway approach used by Air Traffic Control.

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Route Information

Distance: 6,038 km (3,752 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 6 min

Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)

Arrival: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)

Route Type: International

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