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GCM → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Owen Roberts International Airport (Georgetown) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a continuous panorama of the United States coastline, featuring the Florida Space Coast, the scenic Outer Banks, and the detailed geography of the Chesapeake Bay during the descent.
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Seven Mile Beach
An immediate view of Grand Cayman's world-famous crescent-shaped shore and turquoise waters upon takeoff.
Cienfuegos Coastline
Views of the southern Cuban coast and the lush, mountainous terrain of the Escambray range as you cross the island.
Kennedy Space Center
Clear sightlines of the massive Vehicle Assembly Building and launch pads at Cape Canaveral while flying north.
Outer Banks
The delicate, sweeping arc of North Carolina's barrier islands including Cape Hatteras and its historic lighthouses.
Chesapeake Bay
An intricate view of the Maryland and Virginia shorelines, including the Bay Bridge and various inlets near Annapolis.
For afternoon flights, the left side is shielded from the harshest direct sunlight as you head north. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes into the flight for the Cuban coastline, and look for the distinctive V-shape of the Florida peninsula shortly after. During the final 20 minutes, the descent over the Mid-Atlantic provides excellent views of coastal estuaries.
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North Sound
A beautiful view of Grand Cayman's massive central lagoon and the Stingray City sandbars during departure.
Little Bahama Bank
Stunning shades of electric blue and teal as the flight passes west of the Abaco Islands and Grand Bahama.
Gulf Stream
Observe the deep indigo transition where the shallow Caribbean shelf meets the profound depths of the Atlantic.
Atlantic City
During the descent into PHL, you can often spot the high-rise casinos and boardwalk of the Jersey Shore to the east.
Philadelphia Skyline
Depending on the landing pattern, the right side often gets a sweeping view of Center City and the Delaware River on final approach.
The right side is the best choice for morning departures to catch the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. It offers superior views of the Bahamas' shallow reefs which are a highlight of the Caribbean leg. If the aircraft approaches PHL from the east, this side will provide the best view of the Delaware Memorial Bridge and the Philly skyscrapers.
Book Hotels in PhiladelphiaDistance: 2,362 km (1,468 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 9 min
Departure: GCM (19.2928009033, -81.3576965332)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: International
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