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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is generally superior for this route, offering potential views of the Austin skyline upon departure and an iconic view of the Philadelphia skyscrapers and the Schuylkill River on the standard approach into PHL.

Left Side Highlights
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Downtown Austin

Shortly after takeoff, you can often see the Texas State Capitol and the growing skyline of downtown Austin to the north.

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Nashville Basin

As the flight crosses Tennessee, the Cumberland River and the urban sprawl of Nashville frequently appear to the left.

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Appalachian Plateaus

Deeply dissected plateaus and forested ridges of West Virginia provide a textured landscape of green and shadow.

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Baltimore & DC

On clear days, the dense urban corridor of the Mid-Atlantic, including distant glimpses of the Washington Monument, is visible.

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Center City Philly

During the final descent into Runway 27R, the left side offers an unobstructed, close-up view of Philadelphia's tall skyscrapers.

Choose a window seat forward of the wing on the left side to maximize city views. On evening flights, this side catches the city lights of the 'Main Line' suburbs during the descent into PHL. In autumn, the Appalachian foliage is most vibrant on this side during the middle portion of the trip.

Right Side Highlights
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Mississippi River

A major milestone of the flight, the aircraft crosses the wide, winding Mississippi River near the Arkansas-Tennessee border.

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Great Smoky Mountains

In the distance to the southeast, the hazy blue peaks of the Smokies are often visible as you transition over the Tennessee Valley.

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Chesapeake Bay

As the plane begins its descent, look for the intricate finger-like inlets and the massive span of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.

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Delaware River Ports

The approach often follows the Delaware River, showcasing large cargo ships and industrial landscapes near Wilmington.

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South Philly Stadiums

Just seconds before touchdown, you will fly right past Lincoln Financial Field and the Wells Fargo Center.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. It offers the best views of the coastal geography and the sports complex at the very end of the flight. Watch for the 'Mighty Mississippi' roughly 60-70 minutes into the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,299 km (1,429 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 4 min

Departure: AUS (30.194499969482425, -97.6698989868164)

Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)

Route Type: Domestic

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