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EWR → ARN
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side (A-seats) is superior for this route as it faces north, offering views of the Greenland ice sheet, the volcanic landscapes of Iceland, and the potential for the Aurora Borealis during night flights.
Manhattan Skyline
Spectacular views of Midtown Manhattan, Central Park, and the Hudson River shortly after takeoff from EWR.
Greenland Ice Sheet
Breathtaking aerial vistas of the massive glaciers and icebergs of southern Greenland, specifically near Cape Farewell.
Icelandic Interior
Rugged volcanic terrain, glaciers, and geothermal plumes as the flight path passes near or over the island.
Norwegian Fjords
Dramatic mountain peaks and deep glacial inlets along the west coast of Norway during the descent phase.
Aurora Borealis
Frequent sightings of the Northern Lights on the northern horizon during the dark segments of winter flights.
Choose a window seat on the left side for the best chance to see the Aurora Borealis during the night. The most spectacular views occur 4-5 hours into the flight over Greenland. For daylight arrivals in Stockholm, the left side offers the best views of the Scandinavian mountain range.
Lower Manhattan
Views of the Financial District and the Statue of Liberty depending on the EWR departure runway configuration.
Atlantic Coastline
Clear views of the Massachusetts and Maine coastlines before heading out over the North Atlantic.
Transatlantic Sunrise
A front-row seat to the sunrise over the horizon as the plane approaches the European continent.
Swedish Archipelago
Glimpses of the thousands of forested islands and lakes surrounding Stockholm during the final approach.
The right side is ideal if you enjoy watching the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. Be aware that the sun can be quite bright and warm during the morning arrival into Sweden, so keep the window shade partially down to manage glare while spotting the Swedish countryside.
Distance: 6,307 km (3,919 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 25 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Route Type: International
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