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EWR → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Manhattan skyline during the initial ascent from EWR and provides a better perspective of the Detroit River and the international border upon arrival.
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Manhattan Skyline
Unbeatable views of the Freedom Tower, Empire State Building, and the Hudson River shortly after departure.
Delaware Water Gap
The scenic breach where the Delaware River cuts through the Appalachian Mountains on the NJ/PA border.
Lake Erie Islands
Clear views of Pelee Island and the Put-in-Bay area during the descent over the Great Lakes.
Detroit River Border
The international boundary between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, including the Ambassador Bridge and downtown skyline.
Sit on the right for the iconic NYC skyline view right after takeoff—though this depends on the runway heading (usually EWR runways 4L/R or 22L/R). For the best views of the Detroit skyline during landing, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze.
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Newark and Jersey City
Dense urban views of the Ironbound district and the Jersey City skyline immediately after takeoff.
Appalachian Ridges
The distinctive fold-and-thrust belt of the Pennsylvania mountains creates a unique wave-like landscape below.
Susquehanna River
A wide, winding river crossing through the heart of Pennsylvania, visible as a major landmark mid-flight.
Southern Lake Erie
Glances of the southern shoreline and the industrial ports of Ohio as the plane approaches Michigan.
The left side is ideal for sunset flights as you are traveling westward, providing a beautiful golden hour glow over the Appalachian landscape. On descent into DTW, this side often sees the sprawling suburban layouts of southeastern Michigan.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 783 km (487 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: Domestic
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