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CHO → IAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (Charlottesville VA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the iconic Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah Valley, providing a more dramatic landscape compared to the rolling hills on the right.
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Blue Ridge Mountains
Dramatic views of the continuous mountain ridge that defines the western edge of the Piedmont region.
Shenandoah National Park
Expansive vistas of the protected forest lands and the high ridges of the central Appalachians.
Skyline Drive
The winding scenic highway is often visible snaking along the crest of the mountains during the ascent.
Massanutten Mountain
On clear days, the distinctive syncline mountain ridge in the middle of the Shenandoah Valley can be seen in the distance.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to have the sun behind you, illuminating the mountain ridges perfectly. This side is especially stunning in late October when the fall foliage creates a tapestry of red and orange across the Shenandoah range.
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Virginia Piedmont
A patchwork of horse farms, vineyards, and rolling green estates typical of Central Virginia's countryside.
Manassas Battlefield
As you descend toward Dulles, the preserved open fields of the historic Civil War sites become visible near Bull Run.
Tysons Corner Skyline
In the distance, the growing cluster of high-rises in the Tysons and Reston urban centers marks the approach to DC.
Udvar-Hazy Center
Upon final approach to IAD, you can often spot the massive silver hangar of the National Air and Space Museum.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the glare of the setting sun. Keep an eye out for the historic town of Warrenton and the sprawling equestrian estates that define Fauquier County during the mid-portion of the flight.
Book Hotels in WashingtonDistance: 125 km (78 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 13 min
Departure: CHO (38.13859939575195, -78.4529037475586)
Arrival: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Route Type: Domestic
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