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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers unparalleled views of the National Mall upon departure from DCA and a dramatic panorama of the Manhattan skyline during the descent into HPN.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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National Mall

Stunning views of the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and US Capitol immediately after takeoff on northbound departures.

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Philadelphia Skyline

A distant but clear view of the Center City skyscrapers while cruising over the Northeast Corridor.

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Manhattan Skyline

Breathtaking views of the World Trade Center, Empire State Building, and Central Park during the descent phase.

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George Washington Bridge

A bird's-eye view of the iconic suspension bridge connecting New Jersey and Upper Manhattan as the plane heads toward Westchester.

For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you. Choose a seat forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the DC monuments during the initial climb or the Manhattan skyline during the arrival sequence.

Right Side Highlights
7.0
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Chesapeake Bay

Views of the expansive bay and the engineering marvels of the bridges connecting Maryland's shores.

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Jersey Shore

The Atlantic coastline and various barrier islands visible during the transition from New Jersey to New York.

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Long Island Sound

Excellent views of the water and the affluent coastal towns of Connecticut and New York on final approach.

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Westchester Estates

A close-up look at the lush, forested landscapes and historic mansions of Westchester County during the final descent.

The right side is excellent for evening flights to catch the sunset over the mainland. It also provides the best perspective of the Long Island Sound and the scenic coastal inlets if the flight is vectored for a northern arrival into HPN.

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Route Information

Distance: 376 km (234 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 38 min

Departure: DCA (38.8521, -77.037697)

Arrival: HPN (41.06700134277344, -73.70760345458984)

Route Type: Domestic

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