While takeoff from Rome offers pleasant views of the Alban Hills and countryside, the landing approach into Newark provides more dramatic and varied scenery—the Hudson River, Newark Bay, and the Manhattan skyline create a more visually compelling finale to the transatlantic flight.
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Flight Path
Rome to Newark is 4,297 miles (6,916 km), a flight of about 10 hours.
The flight path crosses the Alps (visible as a snow-capped ridge if departing early morning), then the Atlantic Ocean for 6+ hours. Notable landmarks include the English Channel and southern England coastline (if visible during daylight), the Irish coast (if on a northern routing), and the Appalachian Mountains and Hudson River valley during descent into the northeastern United States.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from CIA
LEFTLeft side offers views of the Alban Hills and the Tiber River valley as the aircraft climbs northeast from Ciampino. You'll see the volcanic crater lakes and Rome's urban sprawl receding below.
Landing at EWR
RIGHTRight side provides views of the New Jersey coastline, Newark Bay, and the Hudson River as you descend into EWR. You'll see the Manhattan skyline across the water and the industrial landscape of northern New Jersey.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ciampino (CIA) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Rome to Newark. While takeoff from Rome offers pleasant views of the Alban Hills and countryside, the landing approach into Newark provides more dramatic and varied scenery—the Hudson River, Newark Bay, and the Manhattan skyline create a more visually compelling finale to the transatlantic flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Ciampino in Rome?
During takeoff from Ciampino (CIA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Alban Hills and the Tiber River valley as the aircraft climbs northeast from Ciampino. You'll see the volcanic crater lakes and Rome's urban sprawl receding below. Notable sights include: Alban Hills (Castelli Romani), Tiber River valley, Lake Albano, Rome city center.
What can I see when landing at Newark Liberty International in Newark?
When landing at Newark Liberty International (EWR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the New Jersey coastline, Newark Bay, and the Hudson River as you descend into EWR. You'll see the Manhattan skyline across the water and the industrial landscape of northern New Jersey. Notable sights include: Hudson River, Newark Bay, Manhattan skyline, New Jersey industrial corridor.
How long is the flight from Rome to Newark?
The flight from Ciampino (CIA) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 10 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 4,297 miles (6,916 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Rome to Newark flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Alps (visible as a snow-capped ridge if departing early morning), then the Atlantic Ocean for 6+ hours. Notable landmarks include the English Channel and southern England coastline (if visible during daylight), the Irish coast (if on a northern routing), and the Appalachian Mountains and Hudson River valley during descent into the northeastern United States.