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MSY → EWR
Which side of the plane to sit from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (New Orleans) to Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the Atlantic coastline and the legendary approach into Newark, frequently featuring views of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty.
Mississippi River Delta
View the intricate web of bayous and the winding curves of the Mississippi River south of New Orleans.
Chesapeake Bay
A massive view of the bay's vast waters and the iconic bridges connecting Maryland's eastern and western shores.
Jersey Shore
The sandy barrier islands and coastal towns of New Jersey are visible as the plane tracks along the coast.
Manhattan Skyline
During the final approach into EWR, the skyscrapers of Lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty often appear on the right.
Delaware Bay
The wide mouth of the Delaware River separating the states of Delaware and New Jersey during the late cruise phase.
This is the 'money side' for New York City views. Opt for an afternoon or evening flight to see the sun reflecting off the Manhattan glass towers. Watch for the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge as a signal that the city skyline is imminent.
Lake Pontchartrain
Bird's-eye view of the massive Causeway bridge and the Louisiana shoreline shortly after departure from MSY.
Appalachian Mountains
Observe the undulating ridgelines and deep valleys of the mountain range stretching through Virginia and Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia Skyline
As the flight begins its descent, look out for the dense skyscraper cluster of the City of Brotherly Love.
Shenandoah Valley
Beautiful views of the rolling green hills and patchwork farmland of the Virginia countryside.
Sit forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the ground. This side is ideal for morning flights as it remains in the shade, reducing glare for photography of the Appalachian ridges.
Distance: 1,877 km (1,166 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 30 min
Departure: MSY (29.99340057373047, -90.25800323486328)
Arrival: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Route Type: Domestic
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