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.

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.

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.

The flight from Ciampino (CIA) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes Approximately 9.5 to 10.5 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.