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YQB → EWR
Which side of the plane to sit from Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (Quebec) to Newark Liberty International Airport (Newark)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Adirondack Mountains, the Hudson River valley, and the iconic Manhattan skyline during the final approach into Newark.
St. Lawrence River
Immediate views of the wide river valley and the agricultural patterns of the south shore after departure.
Adirondack Park
Fly over the high peaks of New York State, featuring dense forests and deep glacial lakes like Lake George.
Hudson River Valley
The plane often follows the river's path, passing West Point and the scenic Palisades cliffs.
Manhattan Skyline
The definitive highlight; views of Central Park and the skyscrapers of Midtown and Lower Manhattan on arrival.
Port Newark
A close-up look at one of the world's busiest container ports and the Statue of Liberty in the distance.
The right side is the 'money side' for this route. For the Manhattan skyline, try to book an evening flight to see the city lights. If the plane lands from the north, you will fly directly past the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center at low altitude.
Old Quebec City
Aerial view of the historic district and the Chateau Frontenac shortly after takeoff from YQB.
Green Mountains
The rolling, forested peaks of Vermont provide a scenic backdrop throughout the mid-flight segment.
Long Island Sound
As the flight descends, the coastlines of Connecticut and Long Island are often visible in the distance.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
If the flight pattern tracks further south, this side offers views of the mouth of New York Harbor.
Sit on the left if you want the best morning light during a southbound flight. This side is also preferable if the winds dictate a southern approach, as it may offer views of the Brooklyn and Queens coastlines.
Distance: 714 km (444 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: YQB (46.7911, -71.393303)
Arrival: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)
Route Type: International
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