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ROC → EWR
Which side of the plane to sit from Greater Rochester International Airport (Rochester) to Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is significantly better for this route as it offers the iconic view of the Manhattan skyline, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty during the descent into Newark, especially when the airport is landing to the south.
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Finger Lakes
Aerial perspectives of Canandaigua and Seneca Lakes early in the flight.
Catskill Mountains
The rolling, forested peaks of the Catskills visible to the east during mid-flight.
Manhattan Skyline
Unparalleled views of the Empire State Building, Central Park, and One World Trade Center.
George Washington Bridge
The massive suspension bridge connecting New Jersey to Upper Manhattan.
Statue of Liberty
Often visible in the harbor during the final banking turn into Newark Liberty.
Sit on the left (Port) side for the highest chance of seeing New York City. For the best photos of the skyline, choose a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Evening flights are particularly stunning as the city lights up, while morning flights provide the best natural light on the Manhattan skyscrapers.
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Genesee Valley
Lush agricultural landscapes and the winding Genesee River immediately after takeoff.
Pocono Mountains
Rugged terrain and high-altitude lakes of Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Delaware Water Gap
The distinct geological notch where the Delaware River cuts through the Appalachian ridge.
MetLife Stadium
The massive sports complex in the Meadowlands visible just before touchdown.
Port Newark
One of the world's busiest container ports, featuring massive cranes and cargo ships.
While the right side misses the skyline, it offers great views of the Appalachian ridges and industrial North Jersey. If the flight is landing towards the north (Runway 4), the right side may catch a glimpse of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and the Atlantic coastline.
Book Hotels in NewarkDistance: 396 km (246 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: ROC (43.118900299072266, -77.67240142822266)
Arrival: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Route Type: Domestic
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