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DCAJAX

Our Recommendation
8.5

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.

Left Side Highlights
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Potomac River & Alexandria

Immediately after takeoff, see the wide Potomac River and the historic waterfront of Old Town Alexandria.

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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.

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Charleston Harbor

Look for the distinctive Ravenel Bridge and the historic peninsula city of Charleston surrounded by water.

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Savannah River Delta

Observe the winding, silty channels of the Savannah River marking the border between South Carolina and Georgia.

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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.

Right Side Highlights
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Pentagon & Arlington

Depending on the runway, you may get a direct overhead view of the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery right after takeoff.

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Piedmont Forests

Scan the vast stretches of green timberland and rolling hills through central Virginia and the Carolinas.

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Lake Marion

Identify the massive reservoirs of South Carolina, particularly Lake Marion, often used as a waypoint for north-south air traffic.

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Okefenokee Swamp Edge

As you enter Florida, the landscape shifts to the dense, watery terrain of the northern Everglades and Okefenokee region.

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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.

Top Activities in Jacksonville
Route Information

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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