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DCA → JAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Washington) to Jacksonville International Airport (Jacksonville)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers premier views of the Atlantic coastline, the intricate barrier islands of the Carolinas, and the historic harbors of Charleston and Savannah.
Potomac River & Alexandria
Immediately after takeoff, see the wide Potomac River and the historic waterfront of Old Town Alexandria.
Outer Banks Vistas
As the flight tracks south, catch glimpses of the distant sandbars and thin strips of land forming the North Carolina Outer Banks.
Charleston Harbor
Look for the distinctive Ravenel Bridge and the historic peninsula city of Charleston surrounded by water.
Savannah River Delta
Observe the winding, silty channels of the Savannah River marking the border between South Carolina and Georgia.
Amelia Island
During the descent into JAX, enjoy clear views of the luxury resorts and pristine beaches of Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach.
For the best experience, book a window seat away from the wing. Morning flights offer stunning sunrises over the Atlantic, while late afternoon flights provide soft lighting on the coastal marshes. If departing DCA to the south, the left side provides an excellent view of the National Harbor and the MGM Grand.
Pentagon & Arlington
Depending on the runway, you may get a direct overhead view of the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery right after takeoff.
Piedmont Forests
Scan the vast stretches of green timberland and rolling hills through central Virginia and the Carolinas.
Lake Marion
Identify the massive reservoirs of South Carolina, particularly Lake Marion, often used as a waypoint for north-south air traffic.
Okefenokee Swamp Edge
As you enter Florida, the landscape shifts to the dense, watery terrain of the northern Everglades and Okefenokee region.
Jacksonville Skyline
On final approach from the west, the downtown skyscrapers and the 'Blue Bridge' (Main Street Bridge) are visible.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers the best views of the DC skyline if the plane takes off to the north before banking south. Watch for the fall colors in late October through the Virginia corridor.
Distance: 1,022 km (635 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: DCA (38.8521, -77.037697)
Arrival: JAX (30.49410057067871, -81.68789672851562)
Route Type: Domestic
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