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BOS → RIC
Which side of the plane to sit from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston) to Richmond International Airport (Richmond)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Northeast Corridor's major urban centers, including glimpses of Manhattan, Philadelphia, and a panoramic approach toward Washington D.C. and Richmond.
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Boston Skyline
Excellent views of the Prudential Center and Back Bay immediately after takeoff from Logan.
Manhattan Skyline
On clear days, the skyscrapers of NYC and the Hudson River are visible in the distance.
Philadelphia
The urban grid of the City of Brotherly Love and the winding Schuylkill River.
Washington D.C.
Distant but clear views of the National Mall, including the Monument and Capitol building.
James River
Follow the winding James River as it leads directly into the city of Richmond during descent.
The right side is the 'city side.' Choose this side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Appalachian foothills and see the city lights of the Northeast Megalopolis flicker on. Be ready with your camera about 20 minutes after takeoff for the NYC area and 15 minutes before landing for the DC/Richmond transition.
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Long Island Sound
View the expansive coastline of Connecticut and the northern shores of Long Island.
Jersey Shore
A long stretch of Atlantic beaches and barrier islands visible as you head south.
Delaware Bay
The wide mouth of the Delaware River where it meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Chesapeake Bay
Aerial perspectives of the Eastern Shore and the massive Bay Bridge system.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is better for spotting the transition from the Atlantic coastline to the deep waters of the Chesapeake.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 762 km (473 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Arrival: RIC (37.50519943237305, -77.3197021484375)
Route Type: Domestic
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