While the left side wins the takeoff with Lake Pontchartrain, the right side's Manhattan skyline approach and occasional Atlantic coastline glimpses during the northeastern cruise give it a stronger overall visual payoff.
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Flight Path
New Orleans to Newark is 1,167 miles (1,878 km), a flight of about 2 hours 45 minutes.
Appalachian ridgelines over Georgia and the Carolinas, Blue Ridge Mountains, Chesapeake Bay near the Virginia-Maryland coast
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MSY
LEFTDeparting MSY, the initial climb and turn typically swings the aircraft north of the field, putting Lake Pontchartrain's broad open water and the causeway into view on the left side. The right side mostly shows flat Louisiana marshland with little contrast.
Landing at EWR
RIGHTOn approach to EWR from the south/southwest, the final turn onto the 22 or 4 runways often affords a view east across Newark Bay toward the Manhattan skyline and the Hudson River, a distinctive and dramatic urban landmark. The left side mainly faces New Jersey suburbs and industrial flatland.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from New Orleans to Newark. While the left side wins the takeoff with Lake Pontchartrain, the right side's Manhattan skyline approach and occasional Atlantic coastline glimpses during the northeastern cruise give it a stronger overall visual payoff.
What can I see during takeoff from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International in New Orleans?
During takeoff from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing MSY, the initial climb and turn typically swings the aircraft north of the field, putting Lake Pontchartrain's broad open water and the causeway into view on the left side. The right side mostly shows flat Louisiana marshland with little contrast. Notable sights include: Lake Pontchartrain, Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, New Orleans suburbs, Mississippi River delta wetlands.
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/southwest, the final turn onto the 22 or 4 runways often affords a view east across Newark Bay toward the Manhattan skyline and the Hudson River, a distinctive and dramatic urban landmark. The left side mainly faces New Jersey suburbs and industrial flatland. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Newark Bay, Statue of Liberty area.
How long is the flight from New Orleans to Newark?
The flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 2 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,167 miles (1,878 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the New Orleans to Newark flight path pass over?
Appalachian ridgelines over Georgia and the Carolinas, Blue Ridge Mountains, Chesapeake Bay near the Virginia-Maryland coast