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LGA → IAD
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft provides a front-row seat to the Northeast Corridor's most famous landmarks, including a sweeping view of the Manhattan skyline upon departure and the industrial beauty of the Chesapeake Bay during descent.
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Manhattan Skyline
Breathtaking views of the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and the dense urban grid of NYC shortly after takeoff.
Statue of Liberty
Clear sightlines of Liberty Island and Ellis Island as the plane tracks south over the New York Harbor.
Philadelphia Skyline
Panoramic views of Center City Philadelphia and the winding Schuylkill River midway through the flight.
Baltimore Inner Harbor
Visible views of the historic harbor district and the dense urban core of Maryland's largest city.
Chesapeake Bay
Expansive vistas of the bay's intricate coastline and the impressive Chesapeake Bay Bridge during the initial descent.
Book a window seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Manhattan. Evening flights are particularly stunning as the city lights of the I-95 corridor create a continuous glowing thread. Keep your camera ready immediately after wheels-up from LGA, as the best NYC views happen within the first 3 minutes.
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Central Park
A top-down view of the massive green rectangular lung of Manhattan depending on the departure climb-out path.
Newark Liberty International
A bird's-eye view of one of the nation's busiest airports and the massive shipping terminals of Port Newark.
Appalachian Piedmont
Rolling hills and suburban landscapes of Western New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
IAD Terminal
Views of the iconic Eero Saarinen-designed main terminal at Dulles during the final taxi to the gate.
The right side is ideal for travelers who prefer less direct sunlight during morning flights. While it misses the major city centers, it offers a great perspective of the dense suburbs of Northern Virginia. During a 'North Flow' landing at IAD, the right side may catch a glimpse of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance.
Book Hotels in WashingtonDistance: 367 km (228 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Route Type: Domestic
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