Porto to Newark is 3,331 miles (5,361 km), a flight of about 6 hours 50 minutes.
The right side wins on both ends of the flight: a coastal, river-mouth view of Porto at takeoff and a distant Manhattan skyline glimpse on approach into Newark, while the left side offers only inland Portuguese terrain and New Jersey flatlands with no comparable landmarks.
Flight Path
The cruise is dominated by open North Atlantic Ocean with no land visible for the majority of the crossing; toward the end of the flight the route approaches the North American coast near New England before descending into the New York/New Jersey area.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from OPO
RIGHTOPO's single runway 17 sends departures climbing south, and on the right side of the aircraft passengers get a clear view west over the Porto coastline and the mouth of the Douro River before the jet banks toward the Atlantic for the crossing. The left side only shows inland Portugal's rolling, unremarkable terrain.
Landing at EWR
RIGHTArriving from the north/northeast after the Atlantic crossing, flights into EWR's runway 4 complex often swing past the New York City area before lining up for final approach, giving right-side passengers a distant but recognizable view of the Manhattan skyline and New York Harbor. The left side instead faces the flatter New Jersey suburbs and Newark Bay marshlands.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Porto (OPO) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Porto to Newark. The right side wins on both ends of the flight: a coastal, river-mouth view of Porto at takeoff and a distant Manhattan skyline glimpse on approach into Newark, while the left side offers only inland Portuguese terrain and New Jersey flatlands with no comparable landmarks.
What can I see during takeoff from Porto in Porto?
During takeoff from Porto (OPO), sit on the Right side for the best views. OPO's single runway 17 sends departures climbing south, and on the right side of the aircraft passengers get a clear view west over the Porto coastline and the mouth of the Douro River before the jet banks toward the Atlantic for the crossing. The left side only shows inland Portugal's rolling, unremarkable terrain. Notable sights include: Douro River estuary, Porto's historic riverfront, Atlantic coastline, Matosinhos harbor.
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. Arriving from the north/northeast after the Atlantic crossing, flights into EWR's runway 4 complex often swing past the New York City area before lining up for final approach, giving right-side passengers a distant but recognizable view of the Manhattan skyline and New York Harbor. The left side instead faces the flatter New Jersey suburbs and Newark Bay marshlands. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, New York Harbor, Staten Island, Newark Bay.
How long is the flight from Porto to Newark?
The flight from Porto (OPO) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 6 hours 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,331 miles (5,361 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Porto to Newark flight path pass over?
The cruise is dominated by open North Atlantic Ocean with no land visible for the majority of the crossing; toward the end of the flight the route approaches the North American coast near New England before descending into the New York/New Jersey area.