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BWI → CHS
Which side of the plane to sit from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore) to Charleston Air Force Base-International Airport (Charleston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the Atlantic coastline, the Outer Banks, and the stunning final approach over the Charleston Harbor.
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Chesapeake Bay
Aerial views of the massive bay, including shipping lanes and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel near Norfolk.
The Outer Banks
A bird's-eye view of the thin, sandy barrier islands stretching along the North Carolina coast.
Norfolk Naval Base
Spot the world's largest naval station and various aircraft carriers docked in the harbor.
Ravenel Bridge
The iconic diamond-shaped towers of the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge as you enter Charleston airspace.
Fort Sumter
The historic sea fort where the Civil War began, visible in the middle of the Charleston Harbor.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the coastline. The left side is essential for seeing the historic downtown and harbor during the standard landing patterns into CHS. Keep a lookout for the intricate network of tidal marshes as you cross into South Carolina.
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Richmond, Virginia
View the state capital's skyline and the winding James River as you head south.
Lake Gaston
The sprawling, jagged shoreline of this popular reservoir on the Virginia-North Carolina border.
Lowcountry Forests
Vast expanses of loblolly pine plantations and wetlands typical of the inland Carolinas.
CSX Mainline
The major rail artery connecting the Northeast to the South, often visible cutting through the landscape.
The right side is perfect for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Piedmont region. While less coastal, it offers a great view of the inland river systems and the urban centers of the mid-Atlantic. Seasonal changes in the fall provide vibrant foliage colors over the Virginia and North Carolina forests.
Book Hotels in CharlestonDistance: 761 km (473 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Arrival: CHS (32.89860153, -80.04049683)
Route Type: Domestic
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