While takeoff offers good Caribbean scenery on the right, the landing approach into Newark provides more dramatic and varied visual interest with the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and New Jersey geography. Left-side seats capture the most compelling part of this transatlantic route.
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Flight Path
Oranjestad to Newark is 1,964 miles (3,161 km), a flight of about 5 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean for approximately 1,200 nautical miles with no significant landmarks visible during the mid-ocean portion. Passengers may see the Bahamas or Turks and Caicos islands if the aircraft passes south of the direct great-circle route, but the majority of the flight is over open ocean. The approach to the US East Coast brings views of the Appalachian foothills in Pennsylvania and New York before descending into the Newark area.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from AUA
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of Aruba's northern coastline and the Caribbean Sea immediately after departure. The aircraft climbs northwestward, so right-side passengers see the island's beaches, shallow turquoise waters, and the contrast between the arid interior and coastal development.
Landing at EWR
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views during the descent approach into Newark. Aircraft descend from the northwest over New Jersey and the Hudson River valley, so left-side passengers see the Manhattan skyline, the Hudson River, and the New Jersey landscape approaching the airport.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Reina Beatrix International (AUA) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Oranjestad to Newark. While takeoff offers good Caribbean scenery on the right, the landing approach into Newark provides more dramatic and varied visual interest with the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and New Jersey geography. Left-side seats capture the most compelling part of this transatlantic route.
What can I see during takeoff from Reina Beatrix International in Oranjestad?
During takeoff from Reina Beatrix International (AUA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Aruba's northern coastline and the Caribbean Sea immediately after departure. The aircraft climbs northwestward, so right-side passengers see the island's beaches, shallow turquoise waters, and the contrast between the arid interior and coastal development. Notable sights include: Aruba's northern beaches (Palm Beach, Eagle Beach), shallow Caribbean waters in turquoise gradients, the arid scrubland interior of Aruba, Oranjestad harbor area to the south.
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. Left-side seats provide views during the descent approach into Newark. Aircraft descend from the northwest over New Jersey and the Hudson River valley, so left-side passengers see the Manhattan skyline, the Hudson River, and the New Jersey landscape approaching the airport. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline and East River, Hudson River, New Jersey industrial areas and urban sprawl, Newark Bay and surrounding wetlands.
How long is the flight from Oranjestad to Newark?
The flight from Reina Beatrix International (AUA) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 5 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,964 miles (3,161 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Oranjestad to Newark flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean for approximately 1,200 nautical miles with no significant landmarks visible during the mid-ocean portion. Passengers may see the Bahamas or Turks and Caicos islands if the aircraft passes south of the direct great-circle route, but the majority of the flight is over open ocean. The approach to the US East Coast brings views of the Appalachian foothills in Pennsylvania and New York before descending into the Newark area.