About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to John F Kennedy International (JFK)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to New York. Left side wins both ends of this ultra-short flight. The Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty on departure, followed by Jamaica Bay and the Atlantic coastline on arrival, make the left side consistently more rewarding. The flight is so brief there is essentially no cruise phase to consider.
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 typically departs on runways 22L/22R heading southwest, then aircraft turn left (east/northeast) toward JFK. The left side faces north toward Manhattan during the initial climb and turn, giving a direct view of the NYC skyline, the Hudson River, and the Statue of Liberty on its island. This is the money shot on this short hop. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island, Newark Bay.
What can I see when landing at John F Kennedy International in New York?
When landing at John F Kennedy International (JFK), sit on the Left side for the best views. JFK arrivals on runway 31L/31R approach from the southeast over Jamaica Bay, meaning the left side faces south and west toward the bay, the Rockaway Peninsula, and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. On the more common runway 22L/22R approach from the east, the left side looks south over Jamaica Bay's open water and the barrier beaches. Either way, left gives the more dramatic water and coastal geography. Notable sights include: Jamaica Bay, Rockaway Peninsula, Atlantic Ocean barrier beach, Floyd Bennett Field.
How long is the flight from Newark to New York?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to John F Kennedy International (JFK) takes Approximately 20-30 minutes gate to gate, often shorter in the air — roughly 10-15 minutes of actual flying time.
What does the Newark to New York flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses directly over Brooklyn at low altitude, with the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, the dense residential grid of Bay Ridge and Flatbush, and the elevated highway of the Belt Parkway all visible below. The Upper New York Bay and Lower New York Bay may be briefly visible depending on the exact routing. At no point does the aircraft climb high enough for distant features — everything seen is within 20 miles.