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IAD → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the Chesapeake Bay coastline and a better angle of the Philadelphia skyline and the Delaware River on final approach.
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National Mall
A distant but iconic view of the Washington Monument and Capitol building depending on the departure path.
Chesapeake Bay
Vast blue water views including the mouth of the Patapsco River and the Eastern Shore.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge
Spot the massive dual-span bridge connecting Annapolis to Kent Island from high altitude.
Delaware River
Watch industrial ships and tankers navigating the waterway toward the Port of Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Skyline
A stunning perspective of the Comcast Center and Center City skyscrapers during the final descent into PHL.
Book a right-side window seat for the best scenery. During sunset flights, the sun reflects beautifully off the Chesapeake Bay and the Delaware River. Look for the industrial architecture along the riverbanks just minutes before touchdown.
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Potomac River
Visible immediately after takeoff, showcasing the winding border between Virginia and Maryland.
Baltimore Skyline
A clear view of the Inner Harbor and downtown Baltimore mid-flight.
Piedmont Plateau
Rolling green hills and dense suburban forests of Northern Maryland and Delaware.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides a great view of the inland Maryland suburbs and the Susquehanna River crossing near Havre de Grace.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 216 km (134 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 22 min
Departure: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: Domestic
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