Left side wins both ends of this short flight. The Manhattan skyline on departure and Nantucket Harbor on approach are the two most visually rewarding moments, and both favor the left. The flight tracks northeast over Long Island Sound, so left-side passengers also see the Connecticut shoreline in the middle portion of the flight.
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Flight Path
Newark to Nantucket is 218 miles (351 km), a flight of about 50 minutes.
The flight path crosses over Long Island's North Shore and then Long Island Sound, with the Connecticut coastline visible to the north. Eastern Long Island's twin forks and Shelter Island are visible below before the aircraft crosses open water toward Nantucket. Martha's Vineyard may be visible to the left on descent.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EWR
LEFTEWR's primary departure runways (4L/4R heading northeast, or 22L/22R heading southwest) mean left-side passengers get views over Lower Manhattan and New York Harbor during the initial climb. The Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and Upper Bay are clearly visible on the left as the aircraft turns northeast toward Long Island Sound.
Landing at ACK
LEFTNantucket Memorial Airport typically uses runway 24 (heading southwest) or runway 6 (heading northeast) for approaches. On the common runway 24 approach from the northeast, left-side passengers look south over Nantucket Sound and get a clear view of the island's harbor, Great Point, and the town of Nantucket. The right side faces open Atlantic.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Nantucket Mem (ACK)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to Nantucket. Left side wins both ends of this short flight. The Manhattan skyline on departure and Nantucket Harbor on approach are the two most visually rewarding moments, and both favor the left. The flight tracks northeast over Long Island Sound, so left-side passengers also see the Connecticut shoreline in the middle portion of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Newark Liberty International in Newark?
During takeoff from Newark Liberty International (EWR), sit on the Left side for the best views. EWR's primary departure runways (4L/4R heading northeast, or 22L/22R heading southwest) mean left-side passengers get views over Lower Manhattan and New York Harbor during the initial climb. The Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and Upper Bay are clearly visible on the left as the aircraft turns northeast toward Long Island Sound. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River and Upper New York Bay, Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, Newark Bay.
What can I see when landing at Nantucket Mem in Nantucket?
When landing at Nantucket Mem (ACK), sit on the Left side for the best views. Nantucket Memorial Airport typically uses runway 24 (heading southwest) or runway 6 (heading northeast) for approaches. On the common runway 24 approach from the northeast, left-side passengers look south over Nantucket Sound and get a clear view of the island's harbor, Great Point, and the town of Nantucket. The right side faces open Atlantic. Notable sights include: Nantucket Harbor and town, Great Point spit, Nantucket Sound, Madaket Harbor on the west end.
How long is the flight from Newark to Nantucket?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Nantucket Mem (ACK) takes about 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 218 miles (351 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Newark to Nantucket flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses over Long Island's North Shore and then Long Island Sound, with the Connecticut coastline visible to the north. Eastern Long Island's twin forks and Shelter Island are visible below before the aircraft crosses open water toward Nantucket. Martha's Vineyard may be visible to the left on descent.