Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to Halifax. While takeoff favors left for New York area views, the landing approach on right side offers more dramatic coastal scenery with Halifax Harbour and the Atlantic. The flight path itself crosses relatively featureless inland terrain, making the arrival views more rewarding overall.

During takeoff from Newark Liberty International (EWR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side captures the Hudson River estuary, Manhattan skyline, and the New Jersey Palisades as you climb out northeastward. Right side shows only inland New Jersey suburbs and industrial areas with minimal visual interest. Notable sights include: Hudson River estuary, Manhattan skyline, New Jersey Palisades, Upper New York Bay.

When landing at Halifax International (YHZ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Atlantic coastline, Halifax Harbour, and the city of Halifax as you descend on final approach from the southwest. Left side shows only inland Nova Scotia forest and lakes with less distinctive features. Notable sights include: Halifax Harbour, Atlantic coastline, Halifax city center, McNabs Island.

The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Halifax International (YHZ) takes 2h 15m.

Connecticut coastline and Long Island Sound during initial climb; transition to open Atlantic Ocean; Nova Scotia coastline becomes visible approximately 45 minutes before landing, with the Bay of Fundy influence visible in water color changes; numerous small lakes and forest coverage across inland Nova Scotia during descent