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EWR → YVR
Which side of the plane to sit from Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark) to Vancouver International Airport (Vancouver)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the vast expanse of the Great Lakes and a premier view of the Canadian Rockies and the North Shore Mountains during arrival.
Great Lakes
Panoramic views of the coastlines of Lake Erie and Lake Huron as the flight paths north of the border.
Canadian Rockies
Spectacular snow-capped peaks and jagged ridgelines stretching across Alberta and Eastern British Columbia.
Fraser Valley
Lush evergreen forests and deep river valleys that define the rugged interior of British Columbia.
Lions Gate Bridge
Iconic views of the bridge and Stanley Park if the flight patterns over the city for a western approach.
North Shore Mountains
The dramatic mountain range that serves as the immediate backdrop to the city of Vancouver.
Book a window on the right for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare while viewing the Rockies. This side is especially rewarding during the 'Downwind' leg of the landing pattern at YVR, offering the best views of the Burrard Inlet and downtown Vancouver's glass skyscrapers.
Manhattan Skyline
Breathtaking views of the New York City skyline and the Hudson River immediately after taking off from Newark.
The Great Plains
Intricate geometric crop circles and the winding Missouri River visible across the American Midwest.
Mount Baker
A massive, glacier-covered stratovolcano in Washington State that dominates the southern horizon during the descent.
Richmond and Delta
Aerial views of the southern suburbs of Vancouver and the mouth of the Fraser River just before touchdown.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the NYC skyline on departure if the wind is blowing from the north. During the final 30 minutes, look south for the striking white peak of Mount Baker, which is often visible even on slightly hazy days.
Distance: 3,899 km (2,423 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 35 min
Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Arrival: YVR (49.193901061999995, -123.183998108)
Route Type: International
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