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EWR → BUF
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (Buffalo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unbeatable panorama of the Manhattan skyline shortly after takeoff and the most direct views of the Finger Lakes and Lake Ontario during the descent.
Manhattan Skyline
Incredible views of the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and the dense urban grid of NYC.
Statue of Liberty
Often visible in the harbor during initial climb-out from EWR, depending on the departure runway.
Finger Lakes
Aerial perspective of the long, narrow glacial lakes like Seneca and Cayuga that define Central New York.
Lake Ontario
The vast blue expanse of the Great Lake becomes visible as the plane nears the Buffalo airspace.
Niagara Falls
On clear days during a northern approach to BUF, the mist and scale of the falls are visible in the distance.
Select a seat on the right side for the iconic New York City skyline view immediately after takeoff. For the best photography of the Finger Lakes, choose a flight departing between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the sun is highest. During winter, look for the striking contrast of ice formations along the shores of Lake Ontario.
Delaware Water Gap
A prominent notch in the Appalachian Mountains where the Delaware River cuts through the ridge.
Pocono Mountains
Expansive views of the forested plateaus and resort lakes of Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Susquehanna River
Watch for the wide, winding silver ribbon of one of the oldest river systems in the world.
Letchworth State Park
Known as the Grand Canyon of the East, featuring deep river gorges and dramatic waterfalls.
Sit behind the wing for a clear view of the deep gorges at Letchworth State Park during the final 20 minutes of the flight. Autumn travel is highly recommended for the vibrant foliage across the Allegheny Plateau. Morning flights offer the best lighting as the sun is behind the aircraft.
Distance: 453 km (281 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: BUF (42.94049835, -78.73220062)
Route Type: Domestic
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