The outbound climb offers superior scenery with the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and coastal features. While the landing approach into Luxembourg is pleasant, the takeoff views from Newark are more dramatic and iconic.
Flight Path
Over the Atlantic, you'll cross the Grand Banks fishing grounds southeast of Newfoundland (around 6 hours into flight). The flight path crosses the North Atlantic at roughly 35,000 feet with no visible landmarks for extended periods. As you approach European airspace, you'll pass over the Irish coast (County Cork or Kerry region) around 6.5 hours in—green patchwork fields and rocky coastline visible on clear days. Then over Wales and England's Midlands before descending toward the English Channel and continental Europe. The Ardennes plateau and Moselle River valley become visible during final descent into Luxembourg.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EWR
RIGHTRight side captures the Hudson River estuary, Manhattan skyline, and the New Jersey coastline as you climb out northeastward. The left side shows inland New Jersey suburbs with less visual interest.
Landing at LUX
LEFTLeft side offers views of the Ardennes plateau, Moselle River valley, and the approach to Luxembourg's hilly terrain. The right side shows less distinctive landscape as you descend into the Grand Duchy.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Findel International Airport (LUX)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to Luxemburg. The outbound climb offers superior scenery with the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and coastal features. While the landing approach into Luxembourg is pleasant, the takeoff views from Newark are more dramatic and iconic.
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 captures the Hudson River estuary, Manhattan skyline, and the New Jersey coastline as you climb out northeastward. The left side shows inland New Jersey suburbs with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Hudson River estuary, Manhattan skyline, Upper New York Bay, New Jersey Palisades.
What can I see when landing at Findel International Airport in Luxemburg?
When landing at Findel International Airport (LUX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Ardennes plateau, Moselle River valley, and the approach to Luxembourg's hilly terrain. The right side shows less distinctive landscape as you descend into the Grand Duchy. Notable sights include: Moselle River valley, Ardennes plateau, Luxembourg City perched on hills, forested ridges of eastern Belgium.
How long is the flight from Newark to Luxemburg?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Findel International Airport (LUX) takes Approximately 7 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Newark to Luxemburg flight path pass over?
Over the Atlantic, you'll cross the Grand Banks fishing grounds southeast of Newfoundland (around 6 hours into flight). The flight path crosses the North Atlantic at roughly 35,000 feet with no visible landmarks for extended periods. As you approach European airspace, you'll pass over the Irish coast (County Cork or Kerry region) around 6.5 hours in—green patchwork fields and rocky coastline visible on clear days. Then over Wales and England's Midlands before descending toward the English Channel and continental Europe. The Ardennes plateau and Moselle River valley become visible during final descent into Luxembourg.