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EWR → CLE
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an iconic view of the Manhattan skyline shortly after departure and offers the most scenic approach over the Lake Erie shoreline into Cleveland.
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Manhattan Skyline
Unrivaled views of the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and the Hudson River during climb-out.
Pocono Mountains
Aerial perspectives of the lush forests, lakes, and resort communities of northeastern Pennsylvania.
Lake Erie Shoreline
The vast horizon of the Great Lake becomes visible as the plane aligns for its arrival into Cleveland.
Cuyahoga River & The Flats
Industrial landscapes and the winding river mouth featuring Cleveland's historic lift bridges.
Book a window on the right for the best chance to see New York City; note that visibility depends on EWR's take-off direction. During winter, look for the spectacular ice shelf formations along the Lake Erie coast as you descend into CLE.
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Newark & Jersey City
Immediate views of the dense urban corridors of Northern New Jersey and the Meadowlands.
Delaware Water Gap
The dramatic notch in the Appalachian Mountains where the Delaware River cuts through the ridge.
Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians
The unique geomorphology of central Pennsylvania featuring long, parallel mountain ridges.
Cleveland Suburbs
Views of the sprawling residential areas and park systems of Northeast Ohio during the final descent.
Sit on the left side during late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the rolling hills of Pennsylvania. This side is also better for spotting the winding Susquehanna River near Harrisburg.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 649 km (403 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Route Type: Domestic
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