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LNS → IAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Lancaster Airport (Lancaster) to Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the rolling Appalachian foothills and the scenic crossing of the Potomac River as you descend into Northern Virginia.
Wrightsville Bridges
Aerial view of the historic bridges connecting York and Lancaster counties over the Susquehanna.
Blue Ridge Mountains
The silhouettes of the Appalachian range provide a beautiful western backdrop throughout the short cruise.
Catoctin Mountain
Dense forest canopies and ridge lines near Frederick, Maryland, visible during the mid-flight descent.
Potomac River Crossing
A classic view of the river border between Maryland and Virginia just before touchdown at Dulles.
Leesburg Historic District
Bird's-eye view of the charming historic layout of one of Northern Virginia's oldest towns.
The right side is best for afternoon flights when the sun illuminates the mountains to the west. Because the flight is extremely short, keep your window shade up from takeoff to landing as you will stay at a lower, scenic altitude.
Susquehanna River South
Expansive views of the broad river valley looking toward the Chesapeake Bay shortly after departure.
Distant Baltimore
On clear days, the skyline of Baltimore and the Inner Harbor are visible on the horizon to the southeast.
Maryland Piedmont
A patchwork of lush dairy farms and rolling hills characteristic of central Maryland.
IAD Terminal Architecture
Great views of the iconic Eero Saarinen-designed main terminal during the final approach and taxi.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is ideal for spotting the distant urban corridor between Baltimore and D.C. if the visibility is high.
Distance: 164 km (102 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 16 min
Departure: LNS (40.12170028686523, -76.29609680175781)
Arrival: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Route Type: Domestic
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