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DCAGSP

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers iconic views of the Pentagon and Arlington immediately upon takeoff from DCA, followed by a continuous panoramic view of the Blue Ridge Mountains throughout the flight south.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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The Pentagon

A perfect top-down view of the world's largest office building shortly after takeoff.

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Arlington National Cemetery

The somber, rolling green hills of the cemetery are clearly visible west of the Potomac.

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Blue Ridge Mountains

A long-duration view of the Appalachian chain's eastern front running parallel to the flight path.

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Shenandoah Valley

The fertile valley floor and winding rivers tucked between the mountain ridges.

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Greenville Skyline

Views of the growing downtown area as the aircraft descends into the GSP airport region.

The right side is the 'scenic side' for this route. Sit here for the best chance to see the Pentagon during a south-facing departure. For late afternoon flights, you will witness spectacular sunsets over the Appalachian Mountains as you approach the South Carolina border.

Left Side Highlights
6.5
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Potomac River

Expansive views of the river as the plane climbs south away from the capital.

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Old Town Alexandria

Clear sights of the historic waterfront and the George Washington Masonic National Memorial.

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Quantico

Aerial perspective of the sprawling Marine Corps Base and the FBI Academy campus.

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Charlotte Horizon

On clear days, the distant skyscrapers of North Carolina's largest city may be visible to the east.

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Uwharrie National Forest

Rolling green canopies of central North Carolina's ancient mountain range.

Choose this side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare and enjoy the soft morning light over the Virginia and Carolina Piedmont. It is also the better side for spotting the historic street grids of Alexandria during the initial climb out of Washington D.C.

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Route Information

Distance: 637 km (396 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min

Departure: DCA (38.8521, -77.037697)

Arrival: GSP (34.895698547399995, -82.2189025879)

Route Type: Domestic

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