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EWR → BZE
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (Belize City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic Belize Barrier Reef and the turquoise lagoons of the Caribbean during the descent into Belize City.
NYC Skyline & Jersey Shore
Dramatic views of the Manhattan skyline and the Verrazzano Bridge immediately after takeoff from EWR.
Outer Banks
The thin, sandy strips of North Carolina's barrier islands are often visible as the flight tracks south.
Florida Space Coast
Passage along the Atlantic coast of Florida provides glimpses of Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center.
The Bahamas
On clear days, the striking contrast of deep blue ocean and shallow turquoise banks near Grand Bahama is visible to the east.
Belize Barrier Reef
The ultimate highlight; see the world's second-largest reef system and vibrant coral atolls during the approach.
Ambergris Caye
View the largest island of Belize and the bustling town of San Pedro surrounded by crystal clear waters.
Sit on the left for the most iconic views of the Caribbean reefs. For morning flights, this side will be sun-drenched, so high-quality sunglasses are recommended. Aim for a seat forward of the wing (Rows 5-12) to ensure the engine doesn't obstruct your view of the reef system during the final 20 minutes of flight.
Philadelphia & D.C.
Distant views of major Mid-Atlantic metropolitan areas depending on the specific air corridor assigned.
Florida Everglades
A vast expanse of wetlands and river-of-grass scenery as the plane crosses over the southern tip of Florida.
Gulf of Mexico
Extended views of the open Gulf waters, often featuring cargo ships and offshore platforms.
Yucatan Peninsula
As you enter Central American airspace, observe the dense tropical rainforests of eastern Mexico and northern Belize.
Belize City
A bird's-eye view of the historic capital's coastal layout just before touching down at BZE.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun over the Gulf. While you miss the main reef, you get a much better look at the dense jungle interior of the Yucatan Peninsula. Watch for the change in water color from the deep indigo of the Gulf to the lime green of the coastal mangroves.
Distance: 2,909 km (1,808 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 53 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: BZE (17.539100646972653, -88.30819702148438)
Route Type: International
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