The right side wins with coastal Atlantic scenery during climb-out and cruise along the Eastern Seaboard, culminating in a striking Manhattan skyline and harbor view on approach into EWR.
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Flight Path
Fort Lauderdale to Newark is 1,067 miles (1,716 km), a flight of about 2 hours 35 minutes.
Atlantic coastline of Georgia and the Carolinas, Chesapeake Bay mouth, and barrier islands along the flight path north
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from FLL
RIGHTDeparting FLL on runway 10 heading east, the right side offers a clear view of Fort Lauderdale's beaches, Port Everglades, and the turquoise Atlantic shelf waters before the turn north. The left side just shows flat suburban Florida and the Everglades fringe.
Landing at EWR
RIGHTOn approach to EWR from the south, the flight path passes just west of Manhattan, giving right-side passengers a dramatic view of the Manhattan skyline, New York Harbor, and the Statue of Liberty before landing. The left side faces industrial New Jersey with far less visual interest.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Newark. The right side wins with coastal Atlantic scenery during climb-out and cruise along the Eastern Seaboard, culminating in a striking Manhattan skyline and harbor view on approach into EWR.
What can I see during takeoff from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International in Fort Lauderdale?
During takeoff from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing FLL on runway 10 heading east, the right side offers a clear view of Fort Lauderdale's beaches, Port Everglades, and the turquoise Atlantic shelf waters before the turn north. The left side just shows flat suburban Florida and the Everglades fringe. Notable sights include: Fort Lauderdale Beach, Port Everglades, Atlantic barrier islands.
What can I see when landing at Newark Liberty International in Newark?
When landing at Newark Liberty International (EWR), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to EWR from the south, the flight path passes just west of Manhattan, giving right-side passengers a dramatic view of the Manhattan skyline, New York Harbor, and the Statue of Liberty before landing. The left side faces industrial New Jersey with far less visual interest. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Statue of Liberty, New York Harbor, Hudson River.
How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Newark?
The flight from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 2 hours 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,067 miles (1,716 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Fort Lauderdale to Newark flight path pass over?
Atlantic coastline of Georgia and the Carolinas, Chesapeake Bay mouth, and barrier islands along the flight path north