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BWI → CMH
Which side of the plane to sit from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (Columbus)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Baltimore Inner Harbor upon departure and a clearer view of the Appalachian ridge-and-valley formations before providing a great angle of downtown Columbus on descent.
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Baltimore Inner Harbor
Excellent views of the Patapsco River, the Port of Baltimore, and the city skyline during the initial climb.
Ridge-and-Valley Province
Dramatic parallel mountain ridges that define the central Appalachian landscape in western Maryland.
Deep Creek Lake
A glimpse of Maryland's largest inland body of water nestled among the high mountain plateaus.
Ohio River
The industrial heartland visible as the plane crosses the river near the West Virginia-Ohio state line.
Columbus Skyline
Clear views of the Scioto Mile and the skyscrapers of downtown Columbus during the final approach into CMH.
The right side is ideal for morning flights when the sun is behind you, illuminating the landscape. You will have the best chance to see the Baltimore harbor after takeoff and the most interesting mountain formations. During descent into Columbus, if the plane approaches from the east, the right side usually provides a direct view of the city center.
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Potomac River
Scenic views of the river winding through the Maryland and West Virginia border region shortly after takeoff.
Shenandoah Valley
Distant views of the lush, rolling hills and agricultural valleys of northern Virginia and West Virginia.
Monongahela Forest
Dense, dark green forest canopies covering the rugged terrain of the West Virginia highlands.
Ohio Agriculture
The transition from mountain plateaus to the neat, geometric patchwork of Ohio's sprawling farmland.
Sit on the left during late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the setting sun. This side offers better views of the winding river systems and the softer southern Appalachian peaks. Keep an eye out for the distinct transition from the dense forests of West Virginia to the flat plains of Ohio.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 541 km (336 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Arrival: CMH (39.998001, -82.891899)
Route Type: Domestic
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