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EWR β LIR
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (Liberia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers a dramatic descent featuring the massive Lake Nicaragua and the volcanic peaks of northern Costa Rica.
East Coast Corridor
Distant views of major metropolitan areas including Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.
Florida Peninsula
The length of the Florida coast and occasionally the Florida Keys if the route tracks further west.
Lake Nicaragua
The enormous freshwater lake that dominates the landscape just north of the Costa Rican border.
Ometepe Volcanoes
The iconic twin peaks of ConcepciΓ³n and Maderas rising directly out of Lake Nicaragua.
Miravalles Volcano
The highest peak in the Guanacaste Mountains, often visible during the final descent into Liberia.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for geography. The highlight occurs about 30-40 minutes before landing when crossing over Nicaragua; look for the Ometepe volcanoes. For afternoon flights, this side offers spectacular sunset views over the Pacific Ocean as you land.
Jersey Shoreline
Aerial views of the New Jersey coastline and barrier islands immediately after departure from EWR.
Outer Banks
The distinctive thin strip of North Carolina's barrier islands stretching into the Atlantic Ocean.
Bahamian Cays
Depending on the flight path, glimpses of the bright turquoise waters and reefs near the Bahamas.
Caribbean Expanse
Deep blue waters as the aircraft crosses the Caribbean Sea toward the Central American coast.
Gulf of Papagayo
The rugged, indented coastline of the Guanacaste province during the final approach into LIR.
On morning flights, the left side avoids direct solar glare, making it better for photography. Watch for the Outer Banks roughly 45 minutes after takeoff. During landing, look for the luxury resorts tucked into the cliffs of the Papagayo Peninsula.
Distance: 3,528 km (2,192 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 9 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: LIR (10.5933, -85.544403)
Route Type: International
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