While the right side wins the brief Manhattan view at takeoff, the left side dominates the much longer cruise phase over Canada's tundra, the Arctic ice pack's southern edge, and Russia's Far East mountains, then closes with a strong coastal view on approach into Incheon, giving it the more varied and sustained scenery overall.
Flight Path
The flight's midpoint falls over the Arctic Ocean's fringe near the Chukchi Sea and Russia's northeastern coast, close to Wrangel Island, before the route curves south over Siberia and the Sea of Japan toward Korea.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EWR
RIGHTDeparting EWR toward the polar route requires a turn from the initial southwest heading around to the north, and during that turn Manhattan swings into view on the right side of the aircraft. Passengers get a classic climb-out shot of the Hudson River, Lower Manhattan, and Newark Bay before the plane settles onto its northbound track.
Landing at ICN
LEFTOn approach into Incheon, the aircraft descends over the Yellow Sea and typically banks to align with the runway, putting the Incheon coastline, its tidal mudflats, and the distant Seoul skyline on the left side of the cabin. This gives a wide view of the estuarine islands and the edge of the Seoul metropolitan sprawl before touchdown on Yeongjong Island.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Incheon International (ICN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to Seoul. While the right side wins the brief Manhattan view at takeoff, the left side dominates the much longer cruise phase over Canada's tundra, the Arctic ice pack's southern edge, and Russia's Far East mountains, then closes with a strong coastal view on approach into Incheon, giving it the more varied and sustained scenery overall.
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 toward the polar route requires a turn from the initial southwest heading around to the north, and during that turn Manhattan swings into view on the right side of the aircraft. Passengers get a classic climb-out shot of the Hudson River, Lower Manhattan, and Newark Bay before the plane settles onto its northbound track. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Statue of Liberty, Newark Bay.
What can I see when landing at Incheon International in Seoul?
When landing at Incheon International (ICN), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into Incheon, the aircraft descends over the Yellow Sea and typically banks to align with the runway, putting the Incheon coastline, its tidal mudflats, and the distant Seoul skyline on the left side of the cabin. This gives a wide view of the estuarine islands and the edge of the Seoul metropolitan sprawl before touchdown on Yeongjong Island. Notable sights include: Yellow Sea tidal flats, Ganghwa Island, Han River estuary, distant Seoul skyline.
How long is the flight from Newark to Seoul?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Incheon International (ICN) takes 14h 45m.
What does the Newark to Seoul flight path pass over?
The flight's midpoint falls over the Arctic Ocean's fringe near the Chukchi Sea and Russia's northeastern coast, close to Wrangel Island, before the route curves south over Siberia and the Sea of Japan toward Korea.