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LHR → EWR
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is typically superior for transatlantic crossings from London to Newark because it avoids direct sunlight glare while offering a high probability of viewing the dramatic ice sheets of Greenland and the rugged coastline of Labrador.
Windsor Castle
Located just west of Heathrow, this historic royal residence is frequently visible shortly after takeoff.
Greenland Icecap
On many northern tracks, passengers can see spectacular glaciers, fjords, and the massive ice sheet.
Newfoundland Coast
Rugged terrain and occasional icebergs in the water as the flight enters North American airspace.
New England Wilderness
Dense forests and lakes of Maine and New Hampshire as the flight moves south toward New York.
Long Island Sound
The waterway separating Connecticut and Long Island visible during the initial descent phase.
The right side offers softer lighting and the best potential for Arctic views. Check the flight path on a tracker; if the route is northerly, Greenland is a must-see. In winter, this side is also best for potential Northern Lights on overnight flights.
Central London
Glimpses of the city skyline and the Thames if the flight path loops south after departure.
Celtic Sea
The final views of the European shelf before the deep Atlantic crossing begins.
Cape Cod
The distinctive hook-shaped peninsula of Massachusetts is often visible during the descent.
Manhattan Skyline
On clear days, the skyscrapers of New York City are visible to the left during the final approach to Newark.
Verrazzano Bridge
A prominent landmark visible if the aircraft approaches EWR from the south over the harbor.
Sit on the left if you want the best chance of seeing the New York City skyline upon landing, but be prepared for intense sun glare throughout the westward flight. This side is better for late afternoon arrivals to see the sunset over the coast.
Distance: 5,562 km (3,456 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 33 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Route Type: International
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