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EWR → SJU
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it typically offers views of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty upon departure, and the iconic historic architecture of Old San Juan during the arrival into Puerto Rico.
Manhattan Skyline
Unmatched views of the New York City skyline and One World Trade Center shortly after takeoff from EWR.
Statue of Liberty
A clear view of the iconic monument and the New York Harbor during the initial climb south.
Outer Banks
Distant views of the narrow barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina if the flight path follows the shoreline.
Turquoise Shoals
Stunning transitions from deep blue to turquoise as you pass the fringes of the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos.
Old San Juan
Spectacular views of the 16th-century El Morro fortress and the colorful colonial buildings during the final approach.
Sit on the left for the best chance of seeing New York City after takeoff. On arrival, most SJU approaches fly along the northern coast; a left-side window provides a panoramic view of the historic forts and the Atlantic waves crashing against the city walls. Morning flights offer the best lighting for photography on this side.
New Jersey Landscape
Views of the industrial and residential sprawl of northern New Jersey and the suburban coast.
Oceanic Sunset
On late afternoon flights, this side offers front-row seats to the sun setting over the open Atlantic.
Tropical Clouds
Impressive views of towering tropical cumulus clouds that frequently form over the warm Caribbean waters.
Cordillera Central
Views of the lush, mountainous interior of Puerto Rico as the plane maneuvers for landing.
San Juan Bay
Perspectives of the busy commercial ports and the bay area during the final descent into SJU.
The right side is ideal if you want to avoid the direct morning sun glare while flying south. During the descent, keep an eye out for the verdant mountain ranges of Puerto Rico's interior. Late afternoon flights provide beautiful golden hour lighting over the water, which is perfect for capturing the vastness of the Atlantic.
Distance: 2,594 km (1,612 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 28 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Route Type: International
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