While the right side wins the dramatic volcanic view on departure, the left side offers a stronger overall package: a possible glimpse of the northern Rockies near Glacier National Park during cruise, followed by the unmistakable Manhattan skyline and Hudson River on final approach into Newark.
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Flight Path
Seattle to Newark is 2,395 miles (3,855 km), a flight of about 5 hours 10 minutes.
Northern Rocky Mountains near Glacier National Park, the Great Lakes region (Lake Michigan and Lake Erie), and the ridgelines of the Appalachian Mountains in Pennsylvania before descent toward the New Jersey Meadowlands.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from SEA
RIGHTEastbound departures from SEA typically launch off runway 34 and bank right to head east, putting Lake Washington, Bellevue, and the Cascade foothills below the right wing. As the aircraft climbs, Mount Rainier's glaciated summit becomes clearly visible rising above the surrounding ridges to the south.
Landing at EWR
LEFTArriving from the west, flights into EWR curve over central New Jersey and turn northeast to land on runway 4, which places Manhattan and the Hudson River off the left side of the aircraft during the final few minutes of descent. It's one of the most recognizable urban views in North American commercial aviation.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Seattle Tacoma International (SEA) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Seattle to Newark. While the right side wins the dramatic volcanic view on departure, the left side offers a stronger overall package: a possible glimpse of the northern Rockies near Glacier National Park during cruise, followed by the unmistakable Manhattan skyline and Hudson River on final approach into Newark.
What can I see during takeoff from Seattle Tacoma International in Seattle?
During takeoff from Seattle Tacoma International (SEA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Eastbound departures from SEA typically launch off runway 34 and bank right to head east, putting Lake Washington, Bellevue, and the Cascade foothills below the right wing. As the aircraft climbs, Mount Rainier's glaciated summit becomes clearly visible rising above the surrounding ridges to the south. Notable sights include: Mount Rainier, Cascade Range foothills, Lake Washington, Bellevue skyline.
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. Arriving from the west, flights into EWR curve over central New Jersey and turn northeast to land on runway 4, which places Manhattan and the Hudson River off the left side of the aircraft during the final few minutes of descent. It's one of the most recognizable urban views in North American commercial aviation. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Statue of Liberty, Newark Bay/Port Newark.
How long is the flight from Seattle to Newark?
The flight from Seattle Tacoma International (SEA) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 5 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,395 miles (3,855 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Seattle to Newark flight path pass over?
Northern Rocky Mountains near Glacier National Park, the Great Lakes region (Lake Michigan and Lake Erie), and the ridgelines of the Appalachian Mountains in Pennsylvania before descent toward the New Jersey Meadowlands.