The right side wins primarily on the strength of the Manhattan skyline departure, which is a dramatic, unmistakable landmark sequence rarely matched elsewhere on this route; the rest of the flight over Appalachian ridgelines and flat Texas plains is fairly muted on either side.
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Flight Path
Newark to San Antonio is 1,567 miles (2,522 km), a flight of about 3 hours 40 minutes.
The route crosses the Appalachian ridges of central Pennsylvania and West Virginia, then flattens out over the Tennessee and Arkansas lowlands before crossing the Mississippi River and the plains of east Texas.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EWR
RIGHTDeparting EWR on runway 22, aircraft typically bank right toward the southwest, putting the Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, and Newark Bay in view on the right side just after liftoff. This is one of the most recognizable urban departure views in the US.
Landing at SAT
LEFTOn approach into SAT favoring runway 13, aircraft descend from the northwest and turn toward the southeast, putting downtown San Antonio and the green belt of the San Antonio River on the left side of the cabin. Passengers get a clear view of the city grid and the edge of the Texas Hill Country before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to San Antonio International (SAT)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to San Antonio. The right side wins primarily on the strength of the Manhattan skyline departure, which is a dramatic, unmistakable landmark sequence rarely matched elsewhere on this route; the rest of the flight over Appalachian ridgelines and flat Texas plains is fairly muted on either side.
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 on runway 22, aircraft typically bank right toward the southwest, putting the Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, and Newark Bay in view on the right side just after liftoff. This is one of the most recognizable urban departure views in the US. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Statue of Liberty, Newark Bay.
What can I see when landing at San Antonio International in San Antonio?
When landing at San Antonio International (SAT), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into SAT favoring runway 13, aircraft descend from the northwest and turn toward the southeast, putting downtown San Antonio and the green belt of the San Antonio River on the left side of the cabin. Passengers get a clear view of the city grid and the edge of the Texas Hill Country before touchdown. Notable sights include: Downtown San Antonio skyline, San Antonio River, Texas Hill Country foothills, Alamo Heights neighborhood.
How long is the flight from Newark to San Antonio?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to San Antonio International (SAT) takes about 3 hours 40 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,567 miles (2,522 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Newark to San Antonio flight path pass over?
The route crosses the Appalachian ridges of central Pennsylvania and West Virginia, then flattens out over the Tennessee and Arkansas lowlands before crossing the Mississippi River and the plains of east Texas.