The right side captures the strongest visual bookends of the flight — the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River at departure, and the St. Lawrence River with Montreal's skyline and Mount Royal on arrival — while the left side mostly shows the Adirondack foothills at a distance during cruise.
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Flight Path
Newark to Montreal is 331 miles (532 km), a flight of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Hudson River Valley, Adirondack Mountains foothills, Lake Champlain basin
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EWR
RIGHTDeparting EWR northbound, the right side offers a clear view of the Manhattan skyline and the Hudson River just after liftoff, with the George Washington Bridge visible as the aircraft climbs out over New Jersey's Meadowlands.
Landing at YUL
RIGHTOn approach to YUL's runway 24, arriving from the south, the right side reveals the St. Lawrence River, downtown Montreal's skyline, and Mount Royal as the aircraft turns onto final approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Montreal International Dorval (YUL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newark to Montreal. The right side captures the strongest visual bookends of the flight — the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River at departure, and the St. Lawrence River with Montreal's skyline and Mount Royal on arrival — while the left side mostly shows the Adirondack foothills at a distance during cruise.
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 northbound, the right side offers a clear view of the Manhattan skyline and the Hudson River just after liftoff, with the George Washington Bridge visible as the aircraft climbs out over New Jersey's Meadowlands. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, George Washington Bridge, Newark Bay.
What can I see when landing at Montreal International Dorval in Montreal?
When landing at Montreal International Dorval (YUL), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to YUL's runway 24, arriving from the south, the right side reveals the St. Lawrence River, downtown Montreal's skyline, and Mount Royal as the aircraft turns onto final approach. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River, Montreal skyline, Mount Royal, Lachine Canal area.
How long is the flight from Newark to Montreal?
The flight from Newark Liberty International (EWR) to Montreal International Dorval (YUL) takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 331 miles (532 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Newark to Montreal flight path pass over?
Hudson River Valley, Adirondack Mountains foothills, Lake Champlain basin