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LGA â DCA
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Washington)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the iconic monuments of Washington D.C. during the famous 'River Visual' approach into DCA, along with a stunning departure view of Manhattan.
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Manhattan Skyline
Breathtaking views of Midtown and the Financial District immediately following takeoff from LGA.
Philadelphia
Clear views of the Center City skyline and the Delaware River as the flight heads south.
Chesapeake Bay
The expansive waters of the bay and the engineering marvel of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
National Mall
Unrivaled views of the US Capitol, Washington Monument, and Lincoln Memorial on final approach.
Nationals Park
The home of the Washington Nationals is clearly visible as the plane turns toward the runway.
Sit on the left (Port) side for the legendary 'River Visual' approach to Runway 19. If the plane flies south over the Potomac, the D.C. monuments will be directly outside your window. Early morning flights provide excellent lighting for the NYC skyline, while late afternoon flights offer a dramatic sunset backdrop for the D.C. approach.
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Detailed views of the New Jersey urban corridor and the Newark Liberty International Airport.
Susquehanna River
A scenic crossing of the wide river as it flows into the head of the Chesapeake Bay.
The Pentagon
An incredible overhead perspective of the massive five-sided Department of Defense headquarters.
Arlington National Cemetery
The rolling green hills and white markers of the cemetery are visible just seconds before touchdown.
Potomac River
Direct views of the winding river as the pilot maneuvers through the restricted airspace.
The right side is superior for seeing the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery during the final seconds of flight. It is also the preferred side if the aircraft lands from the south (Runway 01), as it often provides a better view of the Virginia shoreline and Alexandria's Old Town.
Book Hotels in WashingtonDistance: 345 km (214 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: DCA (38.8521, -77.037697)
Route Type: Domestic
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