The left side wins on both ends of the flight: a rare Manhattan skyline view at departure and Alpine foothills with Lake Maggiore on arrival, while the right side is dominated by hours of open Atlantic during cruise.
Flight Path
Route crosses the North Atlantic, passing near Newfoundland's coast then over open ocean before reaching the European coastline near France, with no significant landmarks visible for most of cruise.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EWR
LEFTDeparting EWR on the 22 side with a southwest turn typically banks the aircraft to reveal the Manhattan skyline and Lower Bay on the left, giving a brief but iconic urban view during initial climb.
Landing at MXP
LEFTArrivals into MXP from the north often cross the Alpine foothills before turning onto final for runway 35, giving left-side passengers a good look at the southern Alps and Lombard lakes just before landing.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Malpensa (MXP)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to Milano. The left side wins on both ends of the flight: a rare Manhattan skyline view at departure and Alpine foothills with Lake Maggiore on arrival, while the right side is dominated by hours of open Atlantic during cruise.
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. Departing EWR on the 22 side with a southwest turn typically banks the aircraft to reveal the Manhattan skyline and Lower Bay on the left, giving a brief but iconic urban view during initial climb. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Statue of Liberty, Newark Bay, Staten Island.
What can I see when landing at Malpensa in Milano?
When landing at Malpensa (MXP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Arrivals into MXP from the north often cross the Alpine foothills before turning onto final for runway 35, giving left-side passengers a good look at the southern Alps and Lombard lakes just before landing. Notable sights include: Lake Maggiore, Southern Alps foothills, Ticino River, Lombard plain.
How long is the flight from Newark to Milano?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Malpensa (MXP) takes 8h 40m.
What does the Newark to Milano flight path pass over?
Route crosses the North Atlantic, passing near Newfoundland's coast then over open ocean before reaching the European coastline near France, with no significant landmarks visible for most of cruise.