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FPO → BWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Grand Bahama International Airport (Freeport) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the Florida and Carolina coastlines, including the Kennedy Space Center and the historic harbors of the South.
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Grand Bahama Shoreline
Immediate views of the turquoise reefs and the West End of Grand Bahama Island upon departure.
The Space Coast
Distant but clear views of the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral launch pads as you track north along Florida.
Charleston Harbor
Look for the iconic Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and the historic battery of the South Carolina coast.
Norfolk Naval Base
The world's largest naval station is visible on the western side of the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay.
Washington D.C. Skyline
On clear days during the descent, the Washington Monument and Capitol building are visible in the distance.
Sit on the left to avoid the harsh morning sun glare when flying north. This side is the best for catching the sunset over the mainland during evening flights. Watch for the lights of the I-95 corridor cities if flying at night, and keep your camera ready for the bright blue waters near the Bahamas during takeoff.
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The Gulf Stream
Observe the dramatic color shift from the turquoise Bahamas shelf to the deep indigo of the Atlantic current.
Outer Banks (OBX)
Stunning aerial views of the narrow barrier islands stretching from Cape Hatteras to Kitty Hawk.
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
Spot the iconic black-and-white spiral lighthouse marking the 'Graveyard of the Atlantic'.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel
The 17-mile engineering marvel connecting Virginia's Eastern Shore to the mainland is visible on approach.
Maryland Eastern Shore
The intricate network of wetlands, islands, and crabbing towns of the Chesapeake Bay.
The right side is essential for seeing the Outer Banks, which is the scenic highlight of this route. If you are flying in the early morning, this side provides a beautiful sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. On the final approach into BWI, look for the massive spans of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge near Annapolis.
Book Hotels in BaltimoreDistance: 1,416 km (880 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 53 min
Departure: FPO (26.5587005615, -78.695602417)
Arrival: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Route Type: International
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