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EWR → RDU
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Raleigh Durham International Airport (Raleigh-durham)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of the United States' Northeast Megalopolis, including the iconic skylines of New York City, Philadelphia, and the historic monuments of Washington D.C. as you traverse the I-95 corridor.
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Manhattan Skyline
Immediately after takeoff from EWR, enjoy a breathtaking view of the Freedom Tower and the Midtown skyscrapers.
Philadelphia
Spot the skyscrapers of Center City and the winding Schuylkill River as you fly over Pennsylvania.
Washington D.C.
On a clear day, the National Mall, Capitol Building, and Washington Monument are visible to the west.
Richmond
The capital of Virginia is easily identifiable by its cluster of tall buildings along the James River.
Research Triangle Park
The dense canopy of the Piedmont region punctuated by the large corporate campuses of the tech hub during descent.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the 'Golden Hour' lighting over the inland cities. Ensure your window is clear immediately after takeoff; depending on the runway in use at EWR, you may get an intimate view of the Statue of Liberty and New York Harbor.
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Jersey Shore
View the continuous stretch of barrier islands and popular beach towns along the New Jersey coastline.
Delaware Bay
The wide estuary where the Delaware River meets the Atlantic, separating New Jersey from Delaware.
Norfolk Naval Base
As you enter Virginia, look for the world's largest naval station and the massive aircraft carriers docked there.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel
A 17-mile series of bridges and tunnels that is considered a modern engineering wonder.
Albemarle Sound
The large protected waterway in North Carolina that signals your approach into the Raleigh-Durham area.
Select the left side for morning departures to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic. It is also the superior side for maritime enthusiasts interested in seeing the heavy shipping traffic and naval vessels near the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 670 km (416 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: RDU (35.877601623535156, -78.7874984741211)
Route Type: Domestic
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