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BWI → AUA
Which side of the plane to sit from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore) to Queen Beatrix International Airport (Oranjestad)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the dramatic transition from the Mid-Atlantic coast to the stunning turquoise reef systems of the Bahamas and the famous hotel strip of Aruba.
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DC and Virginia Coast
Depending on the departure path, see the Potomac River and the dense urban corridor of the US East Coast.
The Outer Banks
Spot the narrow, sandy strips of North Carolina's barrier islands before the flight moves over the open Atlantic.
The Bahamas
Enjoy spectacular views of the Exuma Cays and the stark contrast between shallow turquoise waters and deep ocean trenches.
Aruba High-Rise District
As the plane banks for arrival, witness the world-famous white sands of Palm Beach and Eagle Beach lined with luxury resorts.
Oranjestad Harbor
View the colorful Dutch colonial architecture and cruise ships docked in the capital just before touchdown.
The right side is the 'money side' for this route. Request a seat forward of the wing for an unobstructed view of the Bahamian archipelagos. On the descent, the aircraft usually circles clockwise, giving right-side passengers a panoramic view of Aruba's famous western beaches.
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Chesapeake Bay
Excellent views of the massive estuary and the Bay Bridge shortly after departing BWI.
Delmarva Peninsula
Look down at the coastal towns and barrier islands of Maryland and Virginia as you head south.
Arikok National Park
On the final approach into AUA, see the desert-like landscape and rugged limestone cliffs of Aruba's eastern coast.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a great perspective of the flight's initial climb over the Chesapeake Bay. During landing, this side faces the more natural, rugged side of Aruba.
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Get eSIMs for ArubaDistance: 3,038 km (1,888 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 34 min
Departure: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Arrival: AUA (12.5014, -70.015198)
Route Type: International
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