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CHS → BWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Charleston Air Force Base-International Airport (Charleston) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Atlantic coastline, the Outer Banks, and the massive Chesapeake Bay during the descent.
The Outer Banks
Incredible aerial views of the thin barrier islands of North Carolina, including Cape Hatteras and Kitty Hawk.
Norfolk Naval Base
Look down to see the world's largest naval base, often packed with aircraft carriers and military vessels.
Bay Bridge-Tunnel
The 17.6-mile engineering marvel that connects Virginia Beach to the Delmarva Peninsula.
Chesapeake Bay
Vast views of the nation's largest estuary, featuring intricate shorelines and remote islands like Tangier.
Atlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean stretching toward the horizon for much of the cruise phase.
The right side is premier for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic. As the plane descends into BWI, watch for the numerous bridges crossing the Chesapeake Bay, which provide excellent scale for the region's geography.
Francis Marion National Forest
Expansive views of the lush South Carolina pine forests and wetlands immediately after takeoff.
Richmond Skyline
The historic capital of Virginia is often visible to the west as you fly north through the mid-Atlantic.
D.C. Monuments
On clear days during the descent into BWI, you can spot the Washington Monument and U.S. Capitol in the distance.
Piedmont Farmland
A patchwork of agricultural fields and rolling hills characterizing the inland landscape of the Carolinas.
Sit on the left during late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your eyes peeled as you cross into Maryland, as the D.C. skyline is often visible about 10-15 minutes before landing.
Distance: 761 km (473 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: CHS (32.89860153, -80.04049683)
Arrival: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Route Type: Domestic
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