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GSP → BWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Greenville Spartanburg International Airport (Greenville) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a premier view of the Blue Ridge Mountain range for the majority of the cruise and provides the best angle of the Washington D.C. monuments during the arrival sequence into BWI.
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Blue Ridge Mountains
Stunning views of the rolling Appalachian peaks stretching north through Virginia.
Shenandoah Valley
A beautiful patchwork of agriculture and forest nestled between the mountain ridges.
National Mall
The Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and Capitol Building are often visible during the descent.
Dulles International Airport
A spectacular overhead view of the massive airfield and its iconic main terminal architecture.
Book a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you, perfectly illuminating the mountains and the D.C. skyline for photography. Look for the distinct curve of the Potomac River to signal your proximity to the capital.
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Greensboro Skyline
The urban center of the North Carolina Piedmont is visible shortly after reaching cruise altitude.
The Chesapeake Bay
Wide-angle views of the world's largest estuary as the plane turns for its final approach.
Annapolis Waterfront
Spot the historic United States Naval Academy and the sailboat-filled harbor just before landing.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge
The massive twin spans connecting Maryland's shores are visible during the final descent stages.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. Keep an eye out for the Quantico Marine Base and the widening rivers of the coastal plain as you move north. During landing, this side often sees the industrial port of Baltimore.
Book Hotels in BaltimoreDistance: 685 km (426 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: GSP (34.895698547399995, -82.2189025879)
Arrival: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Route Type: Domestic
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