The left side delivers the iconic New York Harbor and Manhattan skyline on departure, which is one of the most spectacular urban aerial views in the world. Over the Atlantic the views are similar on both sides, and at landing the right side wins, but the Manhattan departure experience tips the overall balance to the left.
Flight Path
The flight tracks northeast over Long Island, then crosses the North Atlantic on a great circle route passing south of Newfoundland and the Grand Banks. Mid-ocean the route passes well north of the Azores. Approaching Europe the flight crosses northern Portugal or Galicia, then tracks southeast over the Iberian Peninsula, crossing the Meseta plateau and the Guadalquivir basin before descending toward the Andalusian coast.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EWR
LEFTEWR departures heading northeast on runway 22L/29 climb out over Newark Bay and turn, giving left-side passengers a clear view of Lower Manhattan's skyline, the Hudson River, and New York Harbor. The Statue of Liberty sits directly in the harbor and is easily identifiable from this angle during the climb.
Landing at AGP
RIGHTMalaga Airport runway 13 approach comes in from the northwest over the city, putting right-side passengers over the Mediterranean coastline, the historic Malaga city center, and the Alcazaba fortress on its hill. The Sierra Nevada range is visible to the north on the left side but the coastal and urban scenery on the right is far more dramatic.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Malaga (AGP)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to Malaga. The left side delivers the iconic New York Harbor and Manhattan skyline on departure, which is one of the most spectacular urban aerial views in the world. Over the Atlantic the views are similar on both sides, and at landing the right side wins, but the Manhattan departure experience tips the overall balance to the left.
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 departures heading northeast on runway 22L/29 climb out over Newark Bay and turn, giving left-side passengers a clear view of Lower Manhattan's skyline, the Hudson River, and New York Harbor. The Statue of Liberty sits directly in the harbor and is easily identifiable from this angle during the climb. Notable sights include: Lower Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, New York Harbor, Statue of Liberty.
What can I see when landing at Malaga in Malaga?
When landing at Malaga (AGP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Malaga Airport runway 13 approach comes in from the northwest over the city, putting right-side passengers over the Mediterranean coastline, the historic Malaga city center, and the Alcazaba fortress on its hill. The Sierra Nevada range is visible to the north on the left side but the coastal and urban scenery on the right is far more dramatic. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea coastline, Malaga city center and port, Alcazaba fortress hill, Costa del Sol beach strip.
How long is the flight from Newark to Malaga?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Malaga (AGP) takes Approximately 7 to 8 hours.
What does the Newark to Malaga flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northeast over Long Island, then crosses the North Atlantic on a great circle route passing south of Newfoundland and the Grand Banks. Mid-ocean the route passes well north of the Azores. Approaching Europe the flight crosses northern Portugal or Galicia, then tracks southeast over the Iberian Peninsula, crossing the Meseta plateau and the Guadalquivir basin before descending toward the Andalusian coast.