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EWR β CPH
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior chance to view the Manhattan skyline upon departure, the rugged southern tip of Greenland, and the spectacular Aurora Borealis during night crossings.
Manhattan Skyline
Dramatic views of the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center shortly after takeoff from EWR.
Newfoundland Coast
The jagged, rocky coastline of eastern Canada often remains visible before the deep ocean crossing.
Greenland Ice Cap
If the flight path is northerly, the southern glaciers and fjords of Greenland provide a breathtaking white landscape.
Icelandic Terrain
Glimpses of Iceland's volcanic mountains and glacial rivers are common on clear transatlantic days.
Norwegian Coast
Views of the southern Norwegian fjords and mountains as the plane approaches the North Sea.
Aurora Borealis
During winter months, this side faces north, offering the best view of the Northern Lights during the dark mid-flight hours.
Sit on the left (port) side for the highest probability of seeing the Aurora Borealis during the night. Be sure to look out about 4-5 hours into the flight for the southern tip of Greenland. Upon arrival, you may also catch views of the Danish north coast.
Verrazzano Bridge
A great view of the bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn during the initial climb.
Atlantic Sunrise
As an eastbound flight, the right side experiences a stunning sunrise over the horizon several hours before landing.
Offshore Wind Farms
View the massive 'Middelgrunden' and 'Lillgrund' wind farms in the Oresund Strait during descent.
Oresund Bridge
An iconic view of the bridge-tunnel system that connects Copenhagen, Denmark to MalmΓΆ, Sweden.
MalmΓΆ Skyline
Excellent views of the Swedish coast and the 'Turning Torso' skyscraper as the plane turns toward Kastrup.
The right side is ideal for sunrise enthusiasts. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the night to avoid waking others, but open it as you approach Denmark to see the impressive Oresund Bridge. Landing at CPH often provides a better view of Sweden from this side.
Distance: 6,207 km (3,857 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 18 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Route Type: International
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