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LGA → RDU
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Raleigh Durham International Airport (Raleigh-durham)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior urban panorama, featuring direct views of the Philadelphia and Washington D.C. metropolitan areas, including iconic landmarks like the National Mall and the Pentagon.
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Manhattan Skyline
Unrivaled views of Midtown and Lower Manhattan skyscrapers shortly after take-off from LGA.
Philadelphia
A clear view of the Center City skyline and the sports complex in South Philly.
Washington D.C.
The National Mall, including the Capitol and Washington Monument, usually visible mid-flight.
The Pentagon
The massive five-sided headquarters of the Department of Defense near the Potomac River.
Richmond
The historic capital of Virginia situated along the James River fall line.
Kerr Lake
Large reservoir on the VA/NC border signaling the final descent into the Research Triangle.
For the best experience, choose a seat behind the wing to ensure your view of D.C. isn't obstructed. Evening flights on this side are spectacular as the 'Northeast Corridor' lights up. Keep an eye out about 35-45 minutes into the flight for the distinctive grid of the National Mall.
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New York Harbor
Aerial views of the Statue of Liberty and Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge immediately after departure.
Jersey Shore
Continuous views of the Atlantic coastline and the string of barrier islands along New Jersey.
Delaware Bay
The wide mouth of the Delaware Bay where the river meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Chesapeake Bay
Intricate shorelines of Maryland's Eastern Shore and the expansive waters of the Chesapeake.
Norfolk Naval Base
The world's largest naval base and the massive infrastructure of the Hampton Roads area.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Atlantic Ocean. This side provides a better view of the coastal topography and the massive Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel as you approach the Virginia/North Carolina border.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 693 km (431 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: RDU (35.877601623535156, -78.7874984741211)
Route Type: Domestic
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