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EWR → TPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Tampa International Airport (Tampa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning coastal panorama of the Atlantic Seaboard, including the NYC skyline upon departure and the intricate barrier islands of the Carolinas.
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Manhattan & Statue of Liberty
Unmatched views of the New York City skyline and the Harbor immediately after takeoff from Newark.
The Jersey Shore
Aerial perspective of the long sandy stretches of the New Jersey coastline and various resort towns.
The Outer Banks
The unique thin strip of barrier islands off North Carolina, including Cape Hatteras and its lighthouse.
Charleston Harbor
Clear views of the historic South Carolina port city and the iconic Ravenel Bridge.
Tampa Bay Approach
Direct views of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and downtown Tampa when landing from the south.
Choose the left side for morning flights to watch the sunrise over the Atlantic. It is the superior side for seeing the transition from the dense urban Northeast to the tropical Florida coast. If departing via the 'Liberty' exit, seat A provides the best angle for the NYC skyline.
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Philadelphia Skyline
Distant but visible views of the City of Brotherly Love and the winding Delaware River.
Chesapeake Bay
The vast expanse of the Chesapeake and the Susquehanna River mouth as you fly over Maryland.
Piedmont Plateau
The rolling green hills and dense forests of the Virginia and Carolina inland regions.
Okefenokee Swamp
The massive, dark green wetlands spanning the border between Georgia and Florida.
Gulf Coast Horizon
Stunning sunset views over the Gulf of Mexico if flying into Tampa during the late afternoon.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It offers a more 'green' landscape view of the American South. On descent into TPA, you may catch glimpses of the Clearwater beaches and the Gulf's turquoise waters if the approach is from the west.
Book Hotels in TampaDistance: 1,607 km (999 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 9 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Route Type: Domestic
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