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BWI → CVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore) to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more frequent view of the Washington D.C. metro area shortly after takeoff and the most dramatic sections of the Appalachian ridges during the cruise phase.
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National Mall
Shortly after departure, look south to see the distant monuments and the Potomac River winding through the capital.
Monongahela Forest
Fly over the expansive and dense greenery of West Virginia's most famous wilderness area.
Appalachian Ridges
Witness the unique 'ridge and valley' geographic formations that characterize the central mountain range.
Bluegrass Hills
As the plane descends into Northern Kentucky, the landscape shifts to rolling pastures and equestrian estates.
Choose an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the mountain ridges and D.C. landmarks. If departing on Runway 28, the left side offers a better view of the Maryland suburbs.
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Inner Harbor
Immediate views of Baltimore's waterfront and the Domino Sugar refinery right after wheels up.
Cheat Lake
A large, prominent blue reservoir visible near the West Virginia-Pennsylvania border.
Ohio River Industry
Watch the winding river dotted with barges and historic industrial towns as you cross into the Midwest.
Cincinnati Skyline
Depending on the wind and landing pattern, you may catch the 'Queen City' skyline and Great American Ball Park.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. Keep an eye out for the confluence of rivers near Pittsburgh to the north during the mid-flight cruise.
Book Hotels in CincinnatiDistance: 690 km (429 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Arrival: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Route Type: Domestic
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