While takeoff offers a brief, distinct glimpse of Stone Mountain on the right, the left side wins overall because of the unmatched Manhattan skyline and Hudson River view during the EWR approach, which is far more visually striking than anything on the right during cruise.
Flight Path
Distant Blue Ridge Mountain foothills to the west, the Piedmont plateau of the Carolinas and Virginia, and the Chesapeake Bay and Delmarva Peninsula as the route crosses into the Mid-Atlantic before descending toward New Jersey
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from ATL
RIGHTDeparting ATL to the northeast, the initial climb and turn put Atlanta's eastern suburbs and the distinctive granite dome of Stone Mountain on the right side of the aircraft. It's one of the few genuinely identifiable landmarks near ATL's departure corridor.
Landing at EWR
LEFTArrivals into EWR from the south typically track up over Raritan Bay before turning to align with the northeast-facing runways, putting the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River off the left side during the final descent. This is the signature view on this route.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Atlanta to Newark. While takeoff offers a brief, distinct glimpse of Stone Mountain on the right, the left side wins overall because of the unmatched Manhattan skyline and Hudson River view during the EWR approach, which is far more visually striking than anything on the right during cruise.
What can I see during takeoff from The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International in Atlanta?
During takeoff from The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing ATL to the northeast, the initial climb and turn put Atlanta's eastern suburbs and the distinctive granite dome of Stone Mountain on the right side of the aircraft. It's one of the few genuinely identifiable landmarks near ATL's departure corridor. Notable sights include: Stone Mountain granite dome, Atlanta eastern suburbs, Piedmont rolling hills.
What can I see when landing at Newark Liberty International in Newark?
When landing at Newark Liberty International (EWR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Arrivals into EWR from the south typically track up over Raritan Bay before turning to align with the northeast-facing runways, putting the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River off the left side during the final descent. This is the signature view on this route. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Newark Bay, Statue of Liberty (distant).
How long is the flight from Atlanta to Newark?
The flight from The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes 2h 10m.
What does the Atlanta to Newark flight path pass over?
Distant Blue Ridge Mountain foothills to the west, the Piedmont plateau of the Carolinas and Virginia, and the Chesapeake Bay and Delmarva Peninsula as the route crosses into the Mid-Atlantic before descending toward New Jersey