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MCIEWR

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers the most iconic views, specifically the high probability of seeing the Manhattan skyline on arrival into Newark, along with views of the southern Great Lakes region.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Kansas City Skyline

Excellent views of downtown Kansas City and the Missouri River shortly after departure from MCI.

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Mississippi River

A clear crossing of the nation's largest river system near the border of Missouri and Illinois.

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Lake Erie South Shore

On a northern flight path, views of the shoreline near Cleveland and the vast waters of the Great Lake.

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Allegheny Plateau

Dense forest cover and rolling hills across northern Pennsylvania offer a lush green landscape.

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Manhattan Skyline

The premier highlight; a clear view of the New York City skyline and the Hudson River during the descent into EWR.

Choose the left side for the best chance of seeing the New York City skyline, especially if the aircraft is landing on Runways 22L or 22R. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be on the opposite side of the plane, reducing glare for photography.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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St. Louis Arch

Distant but visible views of the Gateway Arch and the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers.

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Appalachian Ridges

Dramatic views of the linear ridges and valleys of the Appalachian Mountains in central Pennsylvania.

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Philadelphia Skyline

Potential distant sightings of the Philadelphia metropolitan area to the south during the final cruise phase.

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Port Newark

Close-up views of one of the world's busiest shipping ports and the industrial landscape of New Jersey during final approach.

The right side is excellent for seeing the geological textures of the Appalachian Mountains. If the flight arrives from the south over the Jersey Shore, the right side provides views of the coastline and the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge.

Top Activities in Newark
Route Information

Distance: 1,753 km (1,089 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 20 min

Departure: MCI (39.2976, -94.713898)

Arrival: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)

Route Type: Domestic

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