Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Budapest to Newark. While Budapest's departure offers more natural scenery (Danube, hills), Newark's landing provides denser, more recognizable urban landmarks and the dramatic Hudson River crossing. The transatlantic flight is dominated by 6+ hours of open Atlantic Ocean on both sides, making the approach/landing phase the primary visual differentiator. Right-side passengers gain the superior landing experience with Manhattan and the Hudson River corridor, outweighing the left side's modest takeoff advantage.

During takeoff from Ferihegy (BUD), sit on the Left side for the best views. Budapest's Danube River and urban sprawl provide immediate visual interest during climb-out. The river's distinctive meanders and the city's layout are clearly visible from 3,000–8,000 feet, offering more character than Newark's industrial approach. Notable sights include: Danube River with its characteristic bends through Budapest, Margaret Island in the river center, Buda Hills to the west, Pest's urban grid to the east.

When landing at Newark Liberty International (EWR), sit on the Right side for the best views. The approach to Newark offers views of the Hudson River, Manhattan's skyline, and the New Jersey industrial waterfront. While urban rather than natural, the density of recognizable landmarks (Empire State Building, One World Trade Center visible on clear days, the Hudson's width) and the dramatic contrast between water and dense development create more visual interest than the flat Hungarian Plain during Budapest's descent. Notable sights include: Hudson River with its shipping traffic, Manhattan skyline with recognizable towers, Newark Bay and its container terminals, New Jersey Turnpike corridor.

The flight from Ferihegy (BUD) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes 8h 45m.

The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean for approximately 6.5 hours with no significant landmarks visible—only open water, occasional cloud formations, and the curvature of Earth at cruise altitude. The route passes north of Ireland and the UK, then over the North Atlantic. Approaching North America, passengers may glimpse the Canadian Maritimes (Nova Scotia, Newfoundland) or the New England coast depending on exact routing, but these are typically at altitude and distance. The primary scenic value lies in the departure from Budapest and arrival into Newark.