The Manhattan approach on the left at landing is one of the most iconic urban aerial views in the world and edges out the Galician coastline view on takeoff. Booking a left-side seat gives you a decent view of the Galician coast on departure (from across the cabin) and the unmissable New York Harbor approach on arrival.
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Flight Path
Santiago to Newark is 3,302 miles (5,314 km), a flight of about 6 hours 45 minutes.
The route tracks northwest from Galicia across the Bay of Biscay, then over the open North Atlantic following a great circle arc that passes south of Iceland and Greenland's tip. Mid-flight features include the largely featureless North Atlantic Ocean, occasional glimpses of sea ice or icebergs near the Labrador Sea, the coast of Newfoundland and Nova Scotia as the aircraft descends toward the US eastern seaboard, and finally the New England coastline before the New York approach.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from SCQ
RIGHTSCQ's primary runway 17/35 means northbound departures climb out heading north, putting the Ría de Santiago and the historic city of Santiago de Compostela — including the cathedral — on the right side. The Atlantic coast of Galicia and the Rías Baixas estuary system also open up to the right as the aircraft banks northeast.
Landing at EWR
LEFTEWR's primary arrival runway 22L brings aircraft in from the northeast over New York Harbor, meaning the left side has a direct view of Lower Manhattan, the Hudson River, and the Statue of Liberty on final approach. The right side faces inland New Jersey with far less visual interest.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Santiago (SCQ) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Santiago to Newark. The Manhattan approach on the left at landing is one of the most iconic urban aerial views in the world and edges out the Galician coastline view on takeoff. Booking a left-side seat gives you a decent view of the Galician coast on departure (from across the cabin) and the unmissable New York Harbor approach on arrival.
What can I see during takeoff from Santiago in Santiago?
During takeoff from Santiago (SCQ), sit on the Right side for the best views. SCQ's primary runway 17/35 means northbound departures climb out heading north, putting the Ría de Santiago and the historic city of Santiago de Compostela — including the cathedral — on the right side. The Atlantic coast of Galicia and the Rías Baixas estuary system also open up to the right as the aircraft banks northeast. Notable sights include: Santiago de Compostela old city and cathedral, Rías Baixas estuary inlets, Galician Atlantic coastline, Serra do Barbanza hills.
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's primary arrival runway 22L brings aircraft in from the northeast over New York Harbor, meaning the left side has a direct view of Lower Manhattan, the Hudson River, and the Statue of Liberty on final approach. The right side faces inland New Jersey with far less visual interest. Notable sights include: Lower Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island, Upper New York Bay.
How long is the flight from Santiago to Newark?
The flight from Santiago (SCQ) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 6 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,302 miles (5,314 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Santiago to Newark flight path pass over?
The route tracks northwest from Galicia across the Bay of Biscay, then over the open North Atlantic following a great circle arc that passes south of Iceland and Greenland's tip. Mid-flight features include the largely featureless North Atlantic Ocean, occasional glimpses of sea ice or icebergs near the Labrador Sea, the coast of Newfoundland and Nova Scotia as the aircraft descends toward the US eastern seaboard, and finally the New England coastline before the New York approach.