Takeoff from Newark on the left side offers iconic East Coast scenery (Hudson River, Manhattan), while landing on the right side shows Taiwan's geography. Left wins overall because the departure sequence is more visually dramatic and sustained during the critical first 30 minutes of flight.
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Flight Path
Newark to Taipei is 7,786 miles (12,531 km), a flight of about 16 hours 30 minutes.
The flight path crosses the North Atlantic, passing south of Greenland and Iceland (visible on clear days during the first 6-8 hours), then over the Arctic regions and Russian Far East. The Aleutian Islands may be visible during the Pacific crossing phase. Over the North Pacific, the flight passes east of Japan and approaches Taiwan from the northeast, offering potential views of the Japanese archipelago and Okinawa region during the final 4-5 hours before descent into Taipei.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EWR
LEFTLeft side offers views of the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and the New Jersey Palisades as the aircraft climbs northwestward out of Newark. Right side faces inland toward New Jersey suburbs with less dramatic scenery.
Landing at TPE
RIGHTRight side provides views of the Taiwan Strait, the northern Taiwan coast, and Taipei Basin as the aircraft descends toward Taoyuan International. Left side faces inland toward central Taiwan highlands with less distinctive approach scenery.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Chiang Kai Shek International (TPE)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to Taipei. Takeoff from Newark on the left side offers iconic East Coast scenery (Hudson River, Manhattan), while landing on the right side shows Taiwan's geography. Left wins overall because the departure sequence is more visually dramatic and sustained during the critical first 30 minutes of flight.
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. Left side offers views of the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and the New Jersey Palisades as the aircraft climbs northwestward out of Newark. Right side faces inland toward New Jersey suburbs with less dramatic scenery. Notable sights include: Hudson River, Manhattan skyline (Empire State Building, One World Trade Center visible on clear days), New Jersey Palisades, Upper New York Bay.
What can I see when landing at Chiang Kai Shek International in Taipei?
When landing at Chiang Kai Shek International (TPE), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Taiwan Strait, the northern Taiwan coast, and Taipei Basin as the aircraft descends toward Taoyuan International. Left side faces inland toward central Taiwan highlands with less distinctive approach scenery. Notable sights include: Taiwan Strait (Formosa Strait), northern Taiwan coastline, Taipei Basin and urban sprawl, Yangmingshan volcanic plateau.
How long is the flight from Newark to Taipei?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Chiang Kai Shek International (TPE) takes about 16 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 7,786 miles (12,531 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Newark to Taipei flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the North Atlantic, passing south of Greenland and Iceland (visible on clear days during the first 6-8 hours), then over the Arctic regions and Russian Far East. The Aleutian Islands may be visible during the Pacific crossing phase. Over the North Pacific, the flight passes east of Japan and approaches Taiwan from the northeast, offering potential views of the Japanese archipelago and Okinawa region during the final 4-5 hours before descent into Taipei.