Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Athens to Newark. The right side captures the dramatic Mediterranean departure over the Aegean islands and coastline, which is more visually distinctive than the industrial New Jersey approach. However, left-side passengers will have the more iconic Manhattan experience on arrival.

During takeoff from Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Saronic Gulf and the Athenian coastline as the aircraft climbs northwestward. You'll see the irregular shoreline and islands dotting the Aegean immediately after departure. Notable sights include: Saronic Gulf, Aegina Island, Mount Hymettus (inland to the left), Athens urban sprawl.

When landing at Newark Liberty International (EWR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the final approach into Newark. You'll see the Hudson River, Manhattan's skyline, and the New Jersey industrial landscape as the aircraft descends over the northeastern approach corridor. Notable sights include: Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, New Jersey Meadowlands, Upper New York Bay.

The flight from Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes Approximately 9.5 to 10.5 hours.

The flight path crosses the Ionian Sea, passes over southern Italy (Calabria region visible), crosses the Mediterranean toward Sicily and Malta, then continues northwest over the Atlantic. Notable midpoint landmarks include the Strait of Messina (between Italy and Sicily), the Italian coastline near Reggio di Calabria, and the transition from European landmass to open Atlantic around 6-7 hours into flight. The Alps may be visible on the northern horizon during the European crossing phase if conditions permit.