While takeoff favors the right side, the landing approach on the left offers more dramatic and varied scenery—the English Channel, South Downs, and Weald geology are more visually distinctive than the New Jersey departure landscape.
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Flight Path
Newark to London is 3,474 miles (5,592 km), a flight of about 7 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean with no significant landmarks visible for the majority of the journey. Approximately 2-3 hours before landing, the aircraft passes over the southwestern coast of Ireland (Dingle Peninsula and Skellig Islands may be visible in clear conditions), then continues over the Celtic Sea and Irish Sea. The Welsh coast and Bristol Channel become visible about 1-1.5 hours before landing. The Cotswolds and Thames Valley appear in the final approach phase over southern England.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EWR
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and the New Jersey Palisades as the aircraft climbs out northeastward from Newark. Left seats face inland toward New Jersey's industrial areas.
Landing at LGW
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views of the English Channel, the Weald of Kent, and the South Downs as the aircraft descends toward Gatwick from the southwest. Right seats face toward the North Downs and less dramatic terrain.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Gatwick (LGW)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to London. While takeoff favors the right side, the landing approach on the left offers more dramatic and varied scenery—the English Channel, South Downs, and Weald geology are more visually distinctive than the New Jersey departure landscape.
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. Right-side seats offer views of the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and the New Jersey Palisades as the aircraft climbs out northeastward from Newark. Left seats face inland toward New Jersey's industrial areas. Notable sights include: Hudson River, Manhattan skyline (Empire State Building, One World Trade Center visible on clear days), New Jersey Palisades, Upper New York Bay.
What can I see when landing at Gatwick in London?
When landing at Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the English Channel, the Weald of Kent, and the South Downs as the aircraft descends toward Gatwick from the southwest. Right seats face toward the North Downs and less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: English Channel, South Downs ridge, Weald of Kent, Surrey Hills.
How long is the flight from Newark to London?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Gatwick (LGW) takes about 7 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,474 miles (5,592 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Newark to London flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean with no significant landmarks visible for the majority of the journey. Approximately 2-3 hours before landing, the aircraft passes over the southwestern coast of Ireland (Dingle Peninsula and Skellig Islands may be visible in clear conditions), then continues over the Celtic Sea and Irish Sea. The Welsh coast and Bristol Channel become visible about 1-1.5 hours before landing. The Cotswolds and Thames Valley appear in the final approach phase over southern England.