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DTW → ACY
Which side of the plane to sit from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to Atlantic City International Airport (Atlantic City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Lake Erie coastline, the striking geometric ridges of the Pennsylvania Appalachians, and a high probability of spotting the Philadelphia skyline during the descent into New Jersey.
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Lake Erie Shoreline
Aerial views of the western basin and the industrial waterfronts near Toledo and Cleveland shortly after departure.
Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians
Dramatic parallel mountain ridges cutting across central Pennsylvania, showcasing unique geological folds.
Philadelphia Skyline
Clear views of Center City skyscrapers to the north as the flight begins its final descent into the Atlantic City area.
NJ Pine Barrens
A vast, dense green expanse of protected biosphere that characterizes the southern New Jersey landscape.
Atlantic City Boardwalk
Depending on the landing pattern, views of the iconic casino towers and the historic boardwalk along the oceanfront.
Book a seat forward of the wing for the clearest view of the Appalachian ridges. Morning flights provide excellent side-lighting for the mountains, while evening flights may catch the city lights of Philly and AC sparkling early.
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Ohio Farmland
The transition from the industrial outskirts of Detroit to the patchwork quilt of midwestern agricultural fields.
Allegheny Plateau
Rugged, dissected plateau terrain in Western Pennsylvania featuring deep river valleys and winding transport routes.
Susquehanna River
A massive, wide waterway that serves as a major landmark before crossing into the coastal plain.
Delaware River
The historic boundary between Pennsylvania and New Jersey, often busy with shipping vessels and bridges.
Southern Jersey Shore
Glimpses of the Atlantic coastline and inland waterways near Ocean City and Cape May during the final approach.
Sit on the right for afternoon flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. Keep an eye out for the Susquehanna River, which is a key navigation landmark halfway through the flight.
Book Hotels in Atlantic CityDistance: 799 km (496 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Arrival: ACY (39.45759963989258, -74.57720184326172)
Route Type: Domestic
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