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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Potomac River, the coastal estuaries of the Mid-Atlantic, and the iconic Grand Strand coastline upon arrival.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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DC Monuments

If departing south, catch the Jefferson Memorial and the Potomac waterfront immediately after takeoff.

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The Chesapeake Edge

Glimpses of the massive Chesapeake Bay and the mouths of the Rappahannock and York Rivers.

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Norfolk & Naval Hubs

Aerial views of the massive shipping lanes and naval infrastructure around the Hampton Roads area.

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The Grand Strand

A breathtaking view of the Atlantic coastline and the long stretch of beaches leading into Myrtle Beach.

Book a left-side window seat for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic. During the descent, this side offers the most dramatic transition from the deep blue ocean to the white sandy beaches of South Carolina.

Right Side Highlights
7.0
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The Pentagon

Get a clear view of the massive five-sided headquarters and Arlington National Cemetery shortly after lift-off.

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Virginia Forests

Fly over the dense canopy of the Virginia and North Carolina pine forests and agricultural heartlands.

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Waccamaw River

Watch the dark, tea-colored waters of the Waccamaw River snake through the landscape during the final approach.

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Golf Course Greenery

Spot numerous world-class golf courses that dot the inland landscape of the Myrtle Beach area.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It offers a great view of the inland geography and the numerous rivers that feed into the coastal basins.

Top Activities in Myrtle Beach
Route Information

Distance: 600 km (373 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr

Departure: DCA (38.8521, -77.037697)

Arrival: MYR (33.6796989441, -78.9282989502)

Route Type: Domestic

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