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DAY → BWI
Which side of the plane to sit from James M Cox Dayton International Airport (Dayton) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Shenandoah Valley and the iconic Washington D.C. skyline on the descent into the Baltimore-Washington area.
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Shenandoah Valley
The broad, picturesque valley nestled between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains.
Washington D.C. Skyline
Distant but recognizable views of the Washington Monument and Capitol Building during clear descents.
I-81 Scenic Corridor
The clear visual vein of the interstate running through the heart of the Appalachian valleys.
George Washington National Forest
Expansive wilderness areas featuring some of the highest peaks in the region.
Chesapeake Bay Inlet
The shimmering waters of the bay visible on the eastern horizon just before landing at BWI.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the mountains. Keep your eyes peeled south during the final 15 minutes of flight for a chance to spot the D.C. monuments on the horizon.
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Monongahela National Forest
Dense, undulating green canopies covering the rugged terrain of the West Virginia highlands.
Appalachian Plateau
Geometric patterns of the ancient ridge-and-valley province stretching across the horizon.
Potomac River North Branch
The winding river border carving deep through the mountains between Maryland and West Virginia.
Baltimore Suburbs
Dense residential grids and historic industrial sites as the flight nears the Chesapeake region.
Sit on this side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side provides the best view of the deep river gorges in West Virginia and the rolling hills of northern Maryland.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 652 km (405 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: DAY (39.90240097045898, -84.21939849853516)
Arrival: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Route Type: Domestic
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