The right side wins on both ends of the flight — a rare clear shot of the Manhattan skyline at departure and the distinctive lakes-and-capitol view of Madison on arrival — while the mid-continent cruise over Pennsylvania and Ohio farmland offers little differentiation between sides.
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Flight Path
Newark to Madison is 797 miles (1,282 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Rolling terrain of the Allegheny Plateau in Pennsylvania, followed by the flat agricultural expanses of Ohio and Indiana, with occasional glimpses of Lake Erie's southern shoreline to the north of the flight path.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EWR
RIGHTDeparting EWR to the west typically uses runway 22, then turns right onto a westbound heading, putting the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River right outside the right-side windows during the initial climb.
Landing at MSN
RIGHTOn approach into Madison, the flight path over the isthmus city puts Lake Mendota and the state capitol dome prominently on the right side as the aircraft lines up with runway 18/36, giving a clear view of the twin-lake layout.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Dane Co Rgnl Truax Fld (MSN)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to Madison. The right side wins on both ends of the flight — a rare clear shot of the Manhattan skyline at departure and the distinctive lakes-and-capitol view of Madison on arrival — while the mid-continent cruise over Pennsylvania and Ohio farmland offers little differentiation between sides.
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 to the west typically uses runway 22, then turns right onto a westbound heading, putting the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River right outside the right-side windows during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Newark Bay, Staten Island.
What can I see when landing at Dane Co Rgnl Truax Fld in Madison?
When landing at Dane Co Rgnl Truax Fld (MSN), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Madison, the flight path over the isthmus city puts Lake Mendota and the state capitol dome prominently on the right side as the aircraft lines up with runway 18/36, giving a clear view of the twin-lake layout. Notable sights include: Lake Mendota, Wisconsin State Capitol dome, Lake Monona, University of Wisconsin campus.
How long is the flight from Newark to Madison?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Dane Co Rgnl Truax Fld (MSN) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 797 miles (1,282 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Newark to Madison flight path pass over?
Rolling terrain of the Allegheny Plateau in Pennsylvania, followed by the flat agricultural expanses of Ohio and Indiana, with occasional glimpses of Lake Erie's southern shoreline to the north of the flight path.