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DCA → SAV
Which side of the plane to sit from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Washington) to Savannah Hilton Head International Airport (Savannah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Atlantic coastline, including the Outer Banks and the historic harbor of Charleston.
Potomac Riverfront
Aerial view of the Potomac River and the Alexandria waterfront immediately after departure from DCA.
Outer Banks
Distal views of the North Carolina barrier islands and the shimmering Atlantic Ocean.
The Grand Strand
The continuous stretch of beach through Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, visible as the plane tracks south.
Charleston Harbor
Clear views of the historic Battery, Ravenel Bridge, and Fort Sumter during the mid-flight transition.
Lowcountry Marshes
Intricate patterns of salt marshes and tidal creeks as the aircraft begins its descent into Savannah.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic. This side provides the best angle for the coastal geography of the Carolinas. Keep an eye out for the distinct shape of the Hilton Head coastline just before landing.
DC Monuments
Depending on runway usage, you may see the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument during initial climb.
Quantico Marine Base
Large military installation and airfield visible along the Potomac south of Washington.
Richmond Skyline
The capital city of Virginia is often visible to the west shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Piedmont Forests
Dense pine forests and rolling hills of the inland South Carolina and Georgia regions.
The right side is preferred for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. If the airport is departing to the north (Runway 1), the right side provides an iconic, albeit brief, view of the Pentagon and National Mall.
Distance: 837 km (520 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: DCA (38.8521, -77.037697)
Arrival: SAV (32.12760162, -81.20210266)
Route Type: Domestic
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