The left side delivers the Manhattan skyline on departure and a genuine Atlantic coastline view on arrival into Fort Lauderdale, while the right side is dominated by flat inland terrain for nearly the entire flight.
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Flight Path
Newark to Fort Lauderdale is 1,067 miles (1,716 km), a flight of about 2 hours 35 minutes.
Chesapeake Bay mouth, Outer Banks barrier islands, and the Georgia/South Carolina coastal marshlands are occasionally visible along the route's easterly routing before the descent into South Florida.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EWR
LEFTDeparting EWR to the south, the initial turn puts Manhattan's skyline right outside the left windows — the Hudson River, Lower Manhattan towers, and the harbor are all briefly visible during climb-out. The right side only shows the flat NJ Meadowlands and suburban sprawl.
Landing at FLL
LEFTOn approach to FLL's easterly runways, the descent path tracks down the Florida coast, giving left-side passengers a clear view of the Atlantic shoreline, barrier beaches, and turquoise water before the turn onto final. The right side mostly shows flat suburban grids and the edge of the Everglades.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to Fort Lauderdale. The left side delivers the Manhattan skyline on departure and a genuine Atlantic coastline view on arrival into Fort Lauderdale, while the right side is dominated by flat inland terrain for nearly the entire 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. Departing EWR to the south, the initial turn puts Manhattan's skyline right outside the left windows — the Hudson River, Lower Manhattan towers, and the harbor are all briefly visible during climb-out. The right side only shows the flat NJ Meadowlands and suburban sprawl. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, New York Harbor, Statue of Liberty (distant).
What can I see when landing at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International in Fort Lauderdale?
When landing at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach to FLL's easterly runways, the descent path tracks down the Florida coast, giving left-side passengers a clear view of the Atlantic shoreline, barrier beaches, and turquoise water before the turn onto final. The right side mostly shows flat suburban grids and the edge of the Everglades. Notable sights include: Fort Lauderdale beach shoreline, Port Everglades, Intracoastal Waterway, Atlantic Ocean.
How long is the flight from Newark to Fort Lauderdale?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL) takes about 2 hours 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,067 miles (1,716 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Newark to Fort Lauderdale flight path pass over?
Chesapeake Bay mouth, Outer Banks barrier islands, and the Georgia/South Carolina coastal marshlands are occasionally visible along the route's easterly routing before the descent into South Florida.