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EWR → EDI
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the Manhattan skyline during departure and the spectacular rugged landscapes of the Scottish Highlands and the Firth of Forth upon arrival.
Manhattan Skyline
Shortly after takeoff, enjoy panoramic views of the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Hudson River.
Newfoundland Coast
Look for the jagged cliffs and deep fjords of eastern Canada as the flight enters the Atlantic crossing.
Aurora Borealis
On this northerly night route, the left side provides the best opportunity to spot the Northern Lights over the Atlantic.
Scottish Highlands
As you descend, witness the dramatic peaks and deep lochs of the Trossachs and Western Highlands.
Firth of Forth
A stunning view of the coastal waters and the historic villages lining the northern shore of the estuary.
Choose the left side for the best chance of seeing the Northern Lights during the dark mid-flight hours. On arrival, sunrise usually occurs over the Atlantic, providing beautiful soft light on the Scottish mountains. Ensure you are awake at least 45 minutes before landing to catch the Highland views.
Jersey City & Newark
Immediate views of the New Jersey urban landscape and the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge during initial climb.
Atlantic Sunrise
Watch the sun rise over the open ocean horizon as you approach European airspace.
Southern Uplands
Green, rolling hills and agricultural patterns of southern Scotland visible during the final descent.
Pentland Hills
Beautiful views of the regional park just south of Edinburgh as the plane aligns with the runway.
The Forth Bridges
Excellent views of the iconic UNESCO World Heritage rail bridge and the modern Queensferry Crossing.
The right side is ideal for passengers who enjoy watching the sunrise over the horizon. During the final approach into Edinburgh from the west, the right side often offers a superior view of the historic Forth Bridges. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to avoid waking other passengers as dawn breaks early at high altitudes.
Distance: 5,245 km (3,259 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 10 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Route Type: International
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