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EWR → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers premier views of the Atlantic coastline, including the unique barrier islands of the Outer Banks and the historic launch sites at Cape Canaveral.
NYC & Jersey Shore
Immediately after takeoff, you can often see the Manhattan skyline and the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge to the east.
The Outer Banks
A stunning perspective of the thin, sandy strips of North Carolina's barrier islands stretching into the Atlantic.
Kennedy Space Center
Clear views of the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and launch pads at Cape Canaveral during the Florida descent.
Atlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean, perfect for spotting cargo ships and turquoise coastal shelves.
Fort Lauderdale Beach
As the plane turns for its final approach, you get a bird's-eye view of the high-rise hotels and white sand beaches.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the ocean. This side is also best for spotting the iconic Kennedy Space Center. Keep your window shade open during the last 30 minutes of the flight as the plane typically hugs the Florida coastline for a scenic entry into FLL.
Megalopolis Skyline
Distant views of the urban corridor including Philadelphia and Baltimore if the flight path stays slightly inland.
Chesapeake Bay
An expansive look at the Maryland and Virginia coastline, featuring intricate inlets and the Bay Bridge.
Carolina Lowcountry
Bird's-eye view of the dense forests and winding river systems of the inland South.
The Everglades
On the final approach from the west, the vast 'River of Grass' and its unique ecosystem are highly visible.
Intracoastal Waterway
A detailed look at the sprawling residential canal systems that give Fort Lauderdale its 'Venice of America' nickname.
The right side is preferable for afternoon or evening flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun over the ocean. During the descent into FLL, this side provides an excellent view of the Everglades and the intricate suburban canal layouts of South Florida. Watch for the 'River of Grass' as the pilot maneuvers toward the airport.
Distance: 1,717 km (1,067 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 17 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: Domestic
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