Loading map...
DCA → CRW
Which side of the plane to sit from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Washington) to Yeager Airport (Charleston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Washington D.C. monuments during departure and provides a better perspective of the rugged Appalachian ridge-and-valley province and the golden dome of the West Virginia State Capitol upon arrival.
Search flights from DCA to CRW
National Mall
Unrivaled views of the U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument, and Lincoln Memorial if departing north.
Great Falls Park
The dramatic white-water rapids and rocky drops of the Potomac River gorge.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The iconic hazy blue silhouettes of the Appalachian range stretching toward the horizon.
WV State Capitol
The stunning 23-karat gold leaf dome of the statehouse is often visible during the CRW approach.
The right side is essential for the 'River Visual' departure or arrival, providing the best views of D.C.'s iconic skyline. On approach to CRW, watch for the steep 'mountaintop' nature of Yeager Airport, which was built by leveling several hills.
Book Hotels in CharlestonThe Pentagon
Massive aerial view of the Department of Defense headquarters shortly after wheels up.
Massanutten Mountain
A unique, isolated ridge standing in the middle of the Shenandoah Valley.
George Washington National Forest
Deep green expanses of protected wilderness across the Virginia-West Virginia border.
Kanawha River
The winding waterway that guides the flight into the heart of Charleston.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun as you head west. If departing south from DCA (Runway 19), you will get a great look at the Alexandria waterfront and the massive Pentagon complex.
Get eSIMs for United States
Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 399 km (248 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: DCA (38.8521, -77.037697)
Arrival: CRW (38.37310028076172, -81.59320068359375)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.