The right side wins because of the Manhattan skyline and harbor views on approach, plus a better angle on the Appalachian ridgelines during cruise, while the left side offers mostly featureless farmland and forest.
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Flight Path
Indianapolis to Newark is 643 miles (1,034 km), a flight of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Appalachian ridge-and-valley terrain across central Pennsylvania, including forested parallel ridgelines and the Susquehanna River valley
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from IND
RIGHTDeparture out of Indianapolis is over flat Midwest farmland regardless of side, so there's little drama either way, but the right side gives a slightly better look at the city's downtown grid and White River as the plane banks northeast.
Landing at EWR
RIGHTOn the descent into Newark, arrivals routed for runway 4L/4R typically swing south of Manhattan before turning north for final approach, putting the Manhattan skyline, the Hudson River, and Newark Bay directly on the right side of the aircraft.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Indianapolis International (IND) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Indianapolis to Newark. The right side wins because of the Manhattan skyline and harbor views on approach, plus a better angle on the Appalachian ridgelines during cruise, while the left side offers mostly featureless farmland and forest.
What can I see during takeoff from Indianapolis International in Indianapolis?
During takeoff from Indianapolis International (IND), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departure out of Indianapolis is over flat Midwest farmland regardless of side, so there's little drama either way, but the right side gives a slightly better look at the city's downtown grid and White River as the plane banks northeast. Notable sights include: Downtown Indianapolis skyline, White River, Indianapolis suburbs, checkerboard farmland.
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 the descent into Newark, arrivals routed for runway 4L/4R typically swing south of Manhattan before turning north for final approach, putting the Manhattan skyline, the Hudson River, and Newark Bay directly on the right side of the aircraft. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Statue of Liberty, Newark Bay.
How long is the flight from Indianapolis to Newark?
The flight from Indianapolis International (IND) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 1 hour 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 643 miles (1,034 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Indianapolis to Newark flight path pass over?
Appalachian ridge-and-valley terrain across central Pennsylvania, including forested parallel ridgelines and the Susquehanna River valley