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HGR → IAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field (Hagerstown) to Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers breathtaking aerial views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the historic confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers at Harpers Ferry.
South Mountain
The prominent ridge of the Appalachian range, home to the famous Appalachian Trail.
Harpers Ferry
The historic site where the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers meet at the intersection of Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Expansive views of the rolling Blue Ridge peaks extending westward into the Shenandoah Valley.
Loudoun Wine Country
The picturesque rolling hills and sprawling vineyards of Northern Virginia's famous wine region.
IAD Terminal
A great angle of the iconic Eero Saarinen-designed main terminal building at Dulles during final approach.
This is the preferred side for nature lovers. The flight is extremely quick, so keep your eyes fixed out the window immediately after takeoff to spot Harpers Ferry. In the autumn, the foliage on the Blue Ridge Mountains is spectacular from this side.
Frederick Skyline
The historic city of Frederick, Maryland, with its iconic cluster of spires visible from above.
Sugarloaf Mountain
A unique, isolated mountain rising abruptly from the surrounding flat Maryland farmland.
Monocacy River
The winding path of the Monocacy River as it snakes south toward its junction with the Potomac.
Reston & Tysons
Distant views of the growing urban skylines of Northern Virginia as you descend into Dulles.
Sit on the left during early morning flights to see the sun illuminate the Maryland countryside without direct glare. Look for the distinct peak of Sugarloaf Mountain about halfway through this very short flight.
Distance: 88 km (55 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 min
Departure: HGR (39.707901, -77.72949982)
Arrival: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Route Type: Domestic
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