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EWR → CMH
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (Columbus)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers premium views of the Manhattan skyline during departure from EWR, followed by the dramatic ridges of the Appalachian Mountains and the winding Susquehanna River.
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Manhattan Skyline
Unrivaled views of the Lower Manhattan skyscrapers and the Statue of Liberty during the initial ascent.
Susquehanna River
A massive, winding waterway that cuts through the heart of Pennsylvania's mountain ranges.
Harrisburg
The state capital of Pennsylvania, featuring the prominent green-domed capitol building.
Appalachian Ridges
Stunning geological folds of the Ridge-and-Valley province stretching across central PA.
Pittsburgh Confluence
On clear days, see where the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers meet to form the Ohio River.
Book a window seat behind the wing to avoid engine glare. For morning flights, the sun is on this side, so bring sunglasses or choose an afternoon departure for soft lighting over the mountains. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff for NYC views.
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Views of the Meadowlands sports complex and the American Dream mall shortly after takeoff.
Pocono Mountains
Densely forested hills and popular resort lakes in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Lehigh Valley
The industrial and urban centers of Allentown and Bethlehem along the Lehigh River.
Ohio Agriculture
As you enter Ohio, look for the neatly organized grid of farmlands and rural homesteads.
Hoover Reservoir
A large blue expanse located just northeast of Columbus, often visible during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. If the flight approaches CMH from the north, you will get a great look at the reservoir. Watch for the transition from rugged PA hills to the flat, structured farmlands of Ohio.
Book Hotels in ColumbusDistance: 743 km (462 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: CMH (39.998001, -82.891899)
Route Type: Domestic
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