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EWR → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side typically offers more diverse land-based scenery, including the iconic Manhattan skyline on departure, the rugged Canadian Maritimes, and the varied terrain of Europe and Northern Israel.
Manhattan Skyline
Breathtaking views of the Hudson River and the New York City skyscrapers shortly after takeoff from EWR.
Canadian Maritimes
Aerial perspectives of the rocky coastlines of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland during the initial trans-Atlantic phase.
The Alps
Depending on the flight path, you may see the snow-covered peaks of the Swiss or French Alps during the European transit.
Adriatic Coast
Stunning views of the Balkan coastline and the deep blue waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Northern Israel
As the plane approaches TLV from the west, the left side sees the lush hills of the Galilee and the Carmel range.
Choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Since this is usually an eastbound red-eye, the left side faces north, which helps minimize direct sun glare during the morning approach into Israel. Keep your window shade open during the first 20 minutes for NYC views and the final 30 minutes for the descent over the Mediterranean coast.
Long Island Beaches
A southern view of the Hamptons and the extensive sandy barrier islands of the New York coast.
Mediterranean Islands
Potential sightings of the Balearic Islands, Sicily, or the southern tip of Italy depending on the jet stream.
Greek Archipelago
Sparkling views of the Aegean Sea and the unique white-washed settlements of the Greek islands.
Tel Aviv Shoreline
The classic view of Tel Aviv's high-rise hotels and white beaches as the aircraft banks for its final approach.
Ancient Jaffa
A close-up view of the historic Old Jaffa port just moments before touching down at Ben Gurion.
The right side is the 'sunset side' if you are on a late afternoon departure, offering beautiful orange hues over the Atlantic. On arrival, this side provides the most direct view of the Tel Aviv-Yafo urban coastline during the standard landing pattern. Be prepared for bright morning sun on the approach, so high-quality sunglasses are recommended for photography.
Distance: 9,140 km (5,679 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 45 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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