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IAD → PVD
Which side of the plane to sit from Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (Providence)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic views, including the New York City harbor, the Statue of Liberty, and a scenic descent over the Rhode Island coastline and Narragansett Bay.
Chesapeake Bay
Witness the vast expanse of the bay and the intricate network of tributaries along the Maryland coastline.
New York Harbor
A premier view of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the soaring towers of the Financial District.
Long Island Sound
The transition from the dense urban sprawl of Queens to the affluent 'Gold Coast' beaches of the North Shore.
Narragansett Bay
A beautiful approach featuring the Newport Bridge and the various islands of Rhode Island before landing.
The right side is the 'coastal' side; book a morning flight to have the sun behind the plane, which perfectly illuminates the NYC skyline and the Atlantic water. During the final descent, watch closely for the historic mansions along the Newport cliff walk.
Baltimore Inner Harbor
A clear view of the Maryland skyline and the historic waterfront district shortly after departure.
Philadelphia Skyline
The dense urban grid of Center City and the skyscrapers along the Schuylkill River are visible to the east.
Midtown Manhattan
A perspective of Central Park and the concentrated cluster of skyscrapers in the heart of New York City.
Litchfield Hills
The rolling green terrain of western Connecticut, particularly vibrant during the autumn foliage season.
Choose the left side for sunset views on evening flights as the sun dips below the Appalachian horizon. This side is also better for spotting the major inland cities of the Northeast Corridor during clear daytime flights.
Distance: 598 km (372 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Arrival: PVD (41.732601, -71.42040300000001)
Route Type: Domestic
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