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Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Split (SPU)?

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to Split. Left side wins both departure and arrival with the Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty on takeoff, and the Dalmatian coast, Split peninsula, and Adriatic islands on landing. Over the Atlantic the views are similar on both sides, but the bookend landmarks are decisively on the left.

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. EWR's primary departure runway 22L sends aircraft southwest over Newark Bay before turning east. Left side gets a clear view of Lower Manhattan's skyline, the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor, and the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. These are among the most recognizable urban landmarks in the world and are directly visible on the left during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Lower Manhattan skyline, Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor, Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, Newark Bay.

What can I see when landing at Split in Split?

When landing at Split (SPU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Split Airport (SPU) sits on the Kaštela Bay coast, and aircraft typically approach from the northwest over the Adriatic on runway 05. The left side faces south toward the Adriatic Sea, the Dalmatian islands including Brač and Šolta, and the Split city peninsula with Diocletian's Palace visible as a dense Roman grid at the waterfront. This is the money view on arrival. Notable sights include: Dalmatian coast and Kaštela Bay, Island of Brač, Island of Šolta, Split city peninsula with Diocletian's Palace waterfront.

How long is the flight from Newark to Split?

The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Split (SPU) takes Approximately 9 to 10 hours.

What does the Newark to Split flight path pass over?

The flight tracks northeast over Long Island and Cape Cod before heading across the North Atlantic. The southern tip of Greenland may be visible on clear days far to the north. The route crosses Ireland and southern England, then passes over northern France and the Alps — the Swiss and Austrian Alps are visible as a dramatic snow-capped barrier. Descent takes the aircraft over Slovenia and the Dinaric Alps before dropping into the Dalmatian coast and the Adriatic.