The right side wins on both ends of the flight: Manhattan's skyline during takeoff and the Firth of Forth with its famous bridges during landing, both more visually striking than the suburban New Jersey and Pentland Hills views on the left.
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Flight Path
Newark to Edinburgh is 3,259 miles (5,245 km), a flight of about 6 hours 50 minutes.
Southern Labrador Sea and the open North Atlantic between Newfoundland and southern Greenland, with no land visible for several hours during cruise.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EWR
RIGHTDeparting EWR on a northeast heading before turning toward the Atlantic, the right side gets a clear view of the Manhattan skyline and the Hudson River just after liftoff. The left side mostly shows New Jersey suburbs and the Meadowlands, which are far less distinctive.
Landing at EDI
RIGHTOn the common northeast arrival into EDI runway 24, the aircraft crosses the Firth of Forth before turning onto final approach, putting the estuary and the three Forth Bridges on the right side. The left side mostly faces inland toward the Pentland Hills, which is scenic but less iconic.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Edinburgh (EDI)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to Edinburgh. The right side wins on both ends of the flight: Manhattan's skyline during takeoff and the Firth of Forth with its famous bridges during landing, both more visually striking than the suburban New Jersey and Pentland Hills views on the left.
What can I see during takeoff from Newark Liberty International in Newark?
During takeoff from Newark Liberty International (EWR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing EWR on a northeast heading before turning toward the Atlantic, the right side gets a clear view of the Manhattan skyline and the Hudson River just after liftoff. The left side mostly shows New Jersey suburbs and the Meadowlands, which are far less distinctive. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Lower Manhattan/Statue of Liberty area, Long Island Sound.
What can I see when landing at Edinburgh in Edinburgh?
When landing at Edinburgh (EDI), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the common northeast arrival into EDI runway 24, the aircraft crosses the Firth of Forth before turning onto final approach, putting the estuary and the three Forth Bridges on the right side. The left side mostly faces inland toward the Pentland Hills, which is scenic but less iconic. Notable sights include: Firth of Forth, Forth Bridges (rail, road, and Queensferry Crossing), Fife coastline, North Sea.
How long is the flight from Newark to Edinburgh?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Edinburgh (EDI) takes about 6 hours 50 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 Newark to Edinburgh flight path pass over?
Southern Labrador Sea and the open North Atlantic between Newfoundland and southern Greenland, with no land visible for several hours during cruise.