Left side wins both the departure and arrival. You get the Canadian Rockies climbing out of Calgary and the full New York Harbor and Manhattan skyline on approach into Newark — two of the most visually compelling aerial views on the continent on a single flight.
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Flight Path
Calgary to Newark is 2,017 miles (3,246 km), a flight of about 4 hours 30 minutes.
The flight tracks southeast over the Canadian prairies of Saskatchewan, then crosses into North Dakota and Minnesota. The Great Plains are largely flat agricultural land with grid-pattern fields. Over Wisconsin and Michigan the route may clip the northern Great Lakes region. Descending into the northeast, the Appalachian Mountains of Pennsylvania appear as long parallel ridges running northeast-southwest — visible as corrugated terrain from cruising altitude before the aircraft descends into the New York metro area.
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Takeoff from YYC
LEFTCalgary's primary departure runway 35L/17R means eastbound flights often depart heading north or south before turning east. On a typical eastbound departure climbing out to the west or south, the left (west-facing) side gets the Canadian Rockies. The Front Ranges of the Rockies rise dramatically just 50-80km west of Calgary and are unmistakable from climb-out altitude.
Landing at EWR
LEFTEWR approaches from the west or southwest on runway 22L/22R or 29, meaning the aircraft tracks over New Jersey before turning over Newark Bay. The left side on approach gets Lower Manhattan, the Hudson River, and the New York Harbor panorama — among the most iconic urban aerial views in the world.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Calgary International (YYC) to Newark Liberty International (EWR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Calgary to Newark. Left side wins both the departure and arrival. You get the Canadian Rockies climbing out of Calgary and the full New York Harbor and Manhattan skyline on approach into Newark — two of the most visually compelling aerial views on the continent on a single flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Calgary International in Calgary?
During takeoff from Calgary International (YYC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Calgary's primary departure runway 35L/17R means eastbound flights often depart heading north or south before turning east. On a typical eastbound departure climbing out to the west or south, the left (west-facing) side gets the Canadian Rockies. The Front Ranges of the Rockies rise dramatically just 50-80km west of Calgary and are unmistakable from climb-out altitude. Notable sights include: Canadian Rockies Front Ranges, Mount Rundle near Banff, Bow River valley cutting through Calgary, Nose Hill Park plateau.
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 approaches from the west or southwest on runway 22L/22R or 29, meaning the aircraft tracks over New Jersey before turning over Newark Bay. The left side on approach gets Lower Manhattan, the Hudson River, and the New York Harbor panorama — among the most iconic urban aerial views in the world. Notable sights include: Lower Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Newark Bay, Verrazano-Narrows Bridge.
How long is the flight from Calgary to Newark?
The flight from Calgary International (YYC) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes about 4 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,017 miles (3,246 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Calgary to Newark flight path pass over?
The flight tracks southeast over the Canadian prairies of Saskatchewan, then crosses into North Dakota and Minnesota. The Great Plains are largely flat agricultural land with grid-pattern fields. Over Wisconsin and Michigan the route may clip the northern Great Lakes region. Descending into the northeast, the Appalachian Mountains of Pennsylvania appear as long parallel ridges running northeast-southwest — visible as corrugated terrain from cruising altitude before the aircraft descends into the New York metro area.