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BWI → MBJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore) to Sangster International Airport (Montego Bay)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Atlantic coastline followed by a stunning traverse over the turquoise waters and white sandbars of the Bahamas.
Chesapeake Bay
Aerial view of the Maryland coastline and the intricate waterways of the Eastern Shore shortly after takeoff.
Outer Banks
The thin, sandy barrier islands of North Carolina, including Cape Hatteras, visible along the Atlantic coast.
The Bahamas Archipelago
Vibrant turquoise waters and small cays of Eleuthera and the Exumas provide iconic Caribbean views.
Tongue of the Ocean
The dramatic color shift from shallow turquoise to deep midnight blue at the edge of the Bahamian coral banks.
Jamaican North Coast
Lush tropical greenery and the reef-lined northern shores of Jamaica as the plane descends into Montego Bay.
Book a left-side window for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is superior for spotting the Bahamas' famous sandbars about 40 minutes before landing. Watch for the 'Tongue of the Ocean' trench for a dramatic display of ocean depth contrast.
Virginia Shoreline
Views of the Virginia Beach area and the southern mouth of the Chesapeake Bay during the initial climb.
The Carolinas
Sweeping views of the Myrtle Beach and Charleston coastlines depending on the specific flight corridor used.
Andros Island
View of the largest Bahamian island, known for its extensive pine forests and mangrove estuaries.
Caribbean Sea
Clear views of the open Caribbean waters often dotted with large cruise ships and cargo vessels heading to the Panama Canal.
Montego Bay Hills
A great perspective of the colorful houses and lush hillside developments surrounding the airport during final approach.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to keep the sun behind the aircraft, providing better lighting for photos. While it misses some of the smaller Bahamian cays, it offers a great look at the larger islands and the mountainous terrain of Jamaica upon arrival.
Distance: 2,302 km (1,430 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 4 min
Departure: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Arrival: MBJ (18.503700256347656, -77.91339874267578)
Route Type: International
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