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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

While the left side offers beautiful mountain scenery, the right side is superior for its views of the Chesapeake Bay, the Philadelphia skyline, and the world-class aerial perspective of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty during the final approach to Newark.

Right Side Highlights
8.8
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Chesapeake Bay

The massive estuary system becomes visible to the east as the aircraft transits the Mid-Atlantic corridor.

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Philadelphia Skyline

Clear views of the Comcast Center and Center City skyscrapers as the flight path passes to the west of the city.

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Statue of Liberty

Visible in the New York Harbor during the 'stadium' approach to Newark's runways.

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Manhattan Skyline

An unparalleled view of One World Trade Center, the Empire State Building, and the dense Midtown skyline.

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Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge

The massive suspension bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn marks the entrance to the harbor.

The right side is the clear winner for the approach into Newark. For the best experience, book an afternoon flight when the sun is behind the aircraft, illuminating the New York City skyline in gold. Keep your camera ready as soon as the plane crosses over Central New Jersey, as the descent happens quickly.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Blue Ridge Mountains

Dramatic views of the Appalachian range and dense forest canopies shortly after departure from GSP.

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Shenandoah Valley

A sprawling, fertile valley nestled between the Blue Ridge and the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians.

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Susquehanna River

The longest river on the American East Coast, visible as it snakes through the Pennsylvania landscape.

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Watchung Mountains

Distinctive ridges in Northern New Jersey that signal the final descent into the Newark area.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. This side provides excellent views of the rolling Appalachian terrain. During autumn, the fall foliage across the Virginia and Pennsylvania ridges is exceptionally vibrant from this vantage point.

Top Activities in Newark
Route Information

Distance: 956 km (594 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min

Departure: GSP (34.895698547399995, -82.2189025879)

Arrival: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)

Route Type: Domestic

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