The right side wins by combining a scenic Madison lakes departure with a dramatic New York City skyline and harbor approach into Newark, while the left side offers comparatively flat Midwest and New Jersey suburban scenery for most of the flight.
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Flight Path
Madison to Newark is 797 miles (1,282 km), a flight of about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Flat farmland of the Midwest giving way to the rolling terrain of Pennsylvania and the Appalachian ridges before descending into the New York metropolitan area
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MSN
RIGHTDeparting MSN on runway 18 or 36 with an eastward turn toward Newark, the right side offers views of the Madison isthmus and its lakes (Mendota and Monona) as the plane climbs out, a distinctive geographic feature rarely visible elsewhere on this route.
Landing at EWR
RIGHTOn approach into EWR from the west, arrivals landing on runway 4L/4R typically bank over the New York City skyline and Newark Bay, giving right-side passengers a dramatic view of Manhattan's skyline, the Hudson River, and the harbor before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dane Co Rgnl Truax Fld (MSN) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Madison to Newark. The right side wins by combining a scenic Madison lakes departure with a dramatic New York City skyline and harbor approach into Newark, while the left side offers comparatively flat Midwest and New Jersey suburban scenery for most of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Dane Co Rgnl Truax Fld in Madison?
During takeoff from Dane Co Rgnl Truax Fld (MSN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing MSN on runway 18 or 36 with an eastward turn toward Newark, the right side offers views of the Madison isthmus and its lakes (Mendota and Monona) as the plane climbs out, a distinctive geographic feature rarely visible elsewhere on this route. Notable sights include: Lake Mendota, Lake Monona, Madison isthmus 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. On approach into EWR from the west, arrivals landing on runway 4L/4R typically bank over the New York City skyline and Newark Bay, giving right-side passengers a dramatic view of Manhattan's skyline, the Hudson River, and the harbor before touchdown. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Newark Bay, Statue of Liberty.
How long is the flight from Madison to Newark?
The flight from Dane Co Rgnl Truax Fld (MSN) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 2 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 797 miles (1,282 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Madison to Newark flight path pass over?
Flat farmland of the Midwest giving way to the rolling terrain of Pennsylvania and the Appalachian ridges before descending into the New York metropolitan area