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ECP → BWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (Panama City) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior scenery, featuring the stunning turquoise waters of the Gulf Coast at takeoff and a dramatic descent over the Chesapeake Bay and the Baltimore waterfront.
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Emerald Coast
Vibrant views of St. Andrews Bay and the white sand beaches of Panama City immediately after takeoff.
Savannah River
Visualizing the border between Georgia and South Carolina defined by this major southern waterway.
Chesapeake Bay
Expansive views of the largest estuary in the United States, dotted with sailboats and cargo ships.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge
A perfect top-down view of the iconic twin-span bridge connecting Sandy Point to Kent Island.
Port of Baltimore
Viewing the industrial heart of the city and the historic Fort McHenry just before touchdown.
Sit on the right for the best coastal photography. The approach into BWI frequently tracks over the water, providing a spectacular view of Annapolis and the Naval Academy. This side is especially scenic during the late afternoon when the sun illuminates the Chesapeake Bay's eastern shore.
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ECP Departure
A clear view of the Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport layout as the plane banks north.
Piedmont Plateau
Observation of the transition from the flat coastal plain to the rolling green hills of the southern interior.
Richmond Skyline
Aerial view of the James River winding through the historic capital of Virginia.
DC Distant View
Depending on the traffic pattern, a glimpse of the Washington Monument and the National Mall to the east.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the rising sun. During the descent, keep an eye out for the Quantico area and the sprawling suburbs of Northern Virginia as the plane aligns for its final approach.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,286 km (799 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min
Departure: ECP (30.357106, -85.79541400000001)
Arrival: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Route Type: Domestic
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