About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Piarco (POS) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Port-of-spain to Newark. While takeoff offers good Northern Range views on the right, the landing approach into Newark provides more dramatic and sustained scenery on the left—the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and Hackensack Meadowlands create a memorable final descent. Left-side seats capture the more visually distinctive portion of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Piarco in Port-of-spain?
During takeoff from Piarco (POS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Northern Range mountains as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Piarco. The range rises dramatically inland from the Port-of-Spain coast, creating a striking backdrop during initial climb. Notable sights include: Northern Range (mountain ridge running east-west), Port-of-Spain urban sprawl and harbor, Caribbean Sea coastline, Caroni Swamp wetlands to the south.
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. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach into Newark. The aircraft descends over New Jersey's industrial landscape, and left-side passengers see the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, and the approach corridor over the Hackensack Meadowlands. Notable sights include: Hudson River, Manhattan skyline (Empire State Building, One World Trade Center visible on clear days), Hackensack Meadowlands wetlands, Newark Bay and surrounding industrial areas.
How long is the flight from Port-of-spain to Newark?
The flight from Piarco (POS) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes Approximately 4 hours 45 minutes to 5 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Port-of-spain to Newark flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean heading northwest. Passengers will see open ocean for most of the cruise phase. Notable geographic features along the route include the Bahamas archipelago (visible on the left/north side during the northern portion of the flight if at lower cruise altitude), and the eastern seaboard of the United States approaching from the southeast. The Delaware Bay and New Jersey coastline become visible approximately 30-45 minutes before landing.