While the Istanbul departure offers a nice coastal glimpse, the New York arrival delivers a longer, more dramatic and instantly recognizable skyline view that outweighs the brief Marmara views at takeoff, especially given the many hours of open ocean in between that neutralize cruise-phase scenery on both sides.
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Flight Path
Istanbul to Newark is 5,000 miles (8,047 km), a flight of about 10 hours 55 minutes.
Route crosses the Balkans and Central Europe before heading over the North Atlantic, passing near southern Greenland or the Labrador Sea and the Newfoundland coastline before descending into the northeastern United States.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from IST
LEFTDeparting IST, the climb-out typically banks over the Sea of Marmara and the Princes' Islands, giving a brief but clear view of Istanbul's skyline and the Bosphorus mouth before the aircraft turns onto its westbound track. The right side mostly shows the flatter Black Sea coastal plain with less definition.
Landing at EWR
RIGHTArrivals into EWR from the north commonly descend southward over New Jersey before turning for the airport, putting the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River clearly on the right side of the aircraft. This is one of the most recognizable urban approach views in North America.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from İstanbul Airport (IST) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Istanbul to Newark. While the Istanbul departure offers a nice coastal glimpse, the New York arrival delivers a longer, more dramatic and instantly recognizable skyline view that outweighs the brief Marmara views at takeoff, especially given the many hours of open ocean in between that neutralize cruise-phase scenery on both sides.
What can I see during takeoff from İstanbul Airport in Istanbul?
During takeoff from İstanbul Airport (IST), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing IST, the climb-out typically banks over the Sea of Marmara and the Princes' Islands, giving a brief but clear view of Istanbul's skyline and the Bosphorus mouth before the aircraft turns onto its westbound track. The right side mostly shows the flatter Black Sea coastal plain with less definition. Notable sights include: Sea of Marmara, Princes' Islands (Büyükada), Bosphorus strait, Istanbul city skyline.
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. Arrivals into EWR from the north commonly descend southward over New Jersey before turning for the airport, putting the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River clearly on the right side of the aircraft. This is one of the most recognizable urban approach views in North America. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Newark Bay, Statue of Liberty (distant).
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Newark?
The flight from İstanbul Airport (IST) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 10 hours 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 5,000 miles (8,047 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Istanbul to Newark flight path pass over?
Route crosses the Balkans and Central Europe before heading over the North Atlantic, passing near southern Greenland or the Labrador Sea and the Newfoundland coastline before descending into the northeastern United States.