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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the major metropolitan corridors, including the Philadelphia and Baltimore skylines, plus the expansive Chesapeake Bay.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Lower Manhattan Skyline

Just after takeoff from EWR, look back for a stunning perspective of the World Trade Center and New York Harbor.

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Philadelphia City Center

A clear view of the skyscrapers and the Delaware River as the flight cruises south over Pennsylvania.

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Chesapeake Bay

Aerial vistas of the northern bay, including the intricate network of inlets and the Susquehanna River mouth.

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Baltimore Inner Harbor

Spot the iconic waterfront and downtown area of Baltimore while descending toward Northern Virginia.

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DC Monuments

Depending on the approach path, you may see the Capitol and Washington Monument in the distance to the south.

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Delaware River Crossing

Witness the border between New Jersey and Pennsylvania from a high-altitude perspective.

Sit on the left (Port) side for the most iconic landmarks. During morning flights, the sun is behind you, providing perfectly lit views of the cities. During the final descent, keep your eyes peeled for the Potomac River winding toward the capital.

Right Side Highlights
6.2
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Garden State Farmland

The transition from the dense Newark urban area to the rolling hills and agricultural pockets of central New Jersey.

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Susquehanna River Valley

A broad view of one of the East Coast's longest rivers as it carves through the landscape.

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Blue Ridge Foothills

In the distance, the first rises of the Appalachian Mountains provide a scenic horizon to the west.

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Virginia Horse Country

Lush green estates and pastoral landscapes of Loudoun County visible during the final approach into Dulles.

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Udvar-Hazy Center

Just before touchdown, you can often see the massive hangars of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum.

The right side is best for sunset flights, as you will have a front-row seat to the orange and purple hues over the Appalachian range. It is generally quieter visually but offers a peaceful view of the Mid-Atlantic's natural terrain.

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Route Information

Distance: 341 km (212 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 34 min

Departure: EWR (40.69250106811523, -74.168701171875)

Arrival: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)

Route Type: Domestic

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