Left side wins both ends of the flight. Departure gives you the full Venice Lagoon panorama, and arrival delivers the classic Manhattan skyline approach. The left side is the clear choice for the most iconic views on this route.
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Flight Path
Venice to Newark is 4,158 miles (6,692 km), a flight of about 9 hours 30 minutes.
After departing Venice the route crosses the Alps over Switzerland or Austria, then tracks across France toward the English Channel. The flight crosses southern England and exits over Ireland or Cornwall into the North Atlantic. The mid-ocean portion passes south of Greenland and Iceland at cruise altitude. Approaching North America the route crosses Newfoundland and Nova Scotia before descending over New England toward New York.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from VCE
LEFTVenice Tessera typically departs on runway 04R heading northeast, then turns northwest toward the transatlantic route. Left-side passengers get the iconic view back over the Venice Lagoon, the historic island city, and the causeway connecting it to the mainland. The Venetian islands, sandbars, and the Adriatic coastline are clearly laid out below.
Landing at EWR
LEFTFlights from Europe typically approach EWR from the northeast, often landing on runway 22L heading southwest. Left-side passengers get a clear view of Lower Manhattan, the Hudson River, and New York Harbor as the aircraft descends over New Jersey. The entire Manhattan skyline is visible broadside from this approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Venezia Tessera (VCE) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Venice to Newark. Left side wins both ends of the flight. Departure gives you the full Venice Lagoon panorama, and arrival delivers the classic Manhattan skyline approach. The left side is the clear choice for the most iconic views on this route.
What can I see during takeoff from Venezia Tessera in Venice?
During takeoff from Venezia Tessera (VCE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Venice Tessera typically departs on runway 04R heading northeast, then turns northwest toward the transatlantic route. Left-side passengers get the iconic view back over the Venice Lagoon, the historic island city, and the causeway connecting it to the mainland. The Venetian islands, sandbars, and the Adriatic coastline are clearly laid out below. Notable sights include: Venice historic island city and its lagoon, the Liberty Bridge causeway, Lido di Venezia barrier island, Po River delta 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. Flights from Europe typically approach EWR from the northeast, often landing on runway 22L heading southwest. Left-side passengers get a clear view of Lower Manhattan, the Hudson River, and New York Harbor as the aircraft descends over New Jersey. The entire Manhattan skyline is visible broadside from this approach. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline including One World Trade Center, Hudson River, New York Harbor, Verrazano-Narrows Bridge.
How long is the flight from Venice to Newark?
The flight from Venezia Tessera (VCE) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 9 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,158 miles (6,692 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Venice to Newark flight path pass over?
After departing Venice the route crosses the Alps over Switzerland or Austria, then tracks across France toward the English Channel. The flight crosses southern England and exits over Ireland or Cornwall into the North Atlantic. The mid-ocean portion passes south of Greenland and Iceland at cruise altitude. Approaching North America the route crosses Newfoundland and Nova Scotia before descending over New England toward New York.