Left side wins at both ends of the flight. Over the Atlantic the views are largely ocean regardless of side, but the left seat delivers Edinburgh's most iconic geography on departure and Manhattan's skyline on approach into Newark.
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Flight Path
Edinburgh to Newark is 3,259 miles (5,245 km), a flight of about 8 hours 15 minutes.
The flight tracks over the Scottish Highlands briefly before heading out over the North Atlantic. The southern tip of Greenland may be visible in the distance on clear days from either side around the midpoint. The flight passes south of Iceland and over the Labrador Sea before crossing Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, where the Canadian Maritime coastline becomes visible. The flight then tracks down the New England coast past Boston before descending into the New York area.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EDI
LEFTEdinburgh typically departs on runway 24 (heading southwest) or 06 (heading northeast). On a westbound transatlantic departure, aircraft often climb out heading northwest, putting the left side over the Firth of Forth, Edinburgh city centre, and the Lothian coastline. Arthur's Seat and the Old Town are clearly visible below before the aircraft tracks over the Forth.
Landing at EWR
LEFTFlights from Edinburgh typically approach EWR from the northeast, tracking down the Hudson Valley or over Long Island Sound before turning final for runway 22L/22R (heading southwest) or 29 (heading west). A left-side seat on approach from the northeast gives views over Lower Manhattan, the Hudson River, and Upper New York Bay before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Edinburgh (EDI) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Edinburgh to Newark. Left side wins at both ends of the flight. Over the Atlantic the views are largely ocean regardless of side, but the left seat delivers Edinburgh's most iconic geography on departure and Manhattan's skyline on approach into Newark.
What can I see during takeoff from Edinburgh in Edinburgh?
During takeoff from Edinburgh (EDI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Edinburgh typically departs on runway 24 (heading southwest) or 06 (heading northeast). On a westbound transatlantic departure, aircraft often climb out heading northwest, putting the left side over the Firth of Forth, Edinburgh city centre, and the Lothian coastline. Arthur's Seat and the Old Town are clearly visible below before the aircraft tracks over the Forth. Notable sights include: Firth of Forth and Forth Bridges, Arthur's Seat volcanic plug, Edinburgh Castle and Old Town grid, East Lothian coastline.
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. Flights from Edinburgh typically approach EWR from the northeast, tracking down the Hudson Valley or over Long Island Sound before turning final for runway 22L/22R (heading southwest) or 29 (heading west). A left-side seat on approach from the northeast gives views over Lower Manhattan, the Hudson River, and Upper New York Bay before touchdown. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline and Hudson River, Upper New York Bay, Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, Newark Bay.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Newark?
The flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 8 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,259 miles (5,245 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Edinburgh to Newark flight path pass over?
The flight tracks over the Scottish Highlands briefly before heading out over the North Atlantic. The southern tip of Greenland may be visible in the distance on clear days from either side around the midpoint. The flight passes south of Iceland and over the Labrador Sea before crossing Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, where the Canadian Maritime coastline becomes visible. The flight then tracks down the New England coast past Boston before descending into the New York area.