About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Minneapolis to Newark. Left side wins at both ends of the flight. During the cruise phase over Pennsylvania and upstate New York, the left side also faces south toward the Pocono Mountains and the Susquehanna River valley, adding mid-flight interest. Right side has little to offer beyond flat Midwest farmland and Lake Erie's southern shore at distance.
What can I see during takeoff from Minneapolis St Paul International in Minneapolis?
During takeoff from Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP), sit on the Left side for the best views. MSP typically departs east on runway 12R/17 or southeast, meaning the left side faces north and northeast over the Minneapolis city core, the Mississippi River gorge, and the chain of lakes. You get a clear look at downtown Minneapolis skyline and the river bending through the urban grid as you climb out. Notable sights include: Downtown Minneapolis skyline, Mississippi River gorge, Chain of Lakes (Calhoun/Bde Maka Ska, Harriet, Nokomis), St. Paul Capitol dome area to the northeast.
What can I see when landing at Newark Liberty International in Newark?
When landing at Newark Liberty International (EWR), sit on the Left side for the best views. EWR approaches typically come from the west or southwest on runway 22L/29, meaning the left side faces south and southeast toward Staten Island, Lower Manhattan, and New York Harbor as you descend. This gives a direct sightline to the Manhattan skyline, the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, and the Hudson River on final approach. Notable sights include: Lower Manhattan and Midtown skyline, Hudson River, Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, Newark Bay.
How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Newark?
The flight from Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes Approximately 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes.
What does the Minneapolis to Newark flight path pass over?
The flight tracks southeast over Wisconsin farmland, then Lake Michigan's southern tip near Chicago (visible on right side), northern Indiana, Ohio, and into Pennsylvania. Over Pennsylvania the Allegheny Mountains and Susquehanna River valley are visible below. The flight descends over the Delaware Water Gap and northern New Jersey before the New York metro area comes into view.