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MIA → IAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side provides a continuous panorama of the Atlantic coastline, the intricate barrier islands of the Outer Banks, and the expansive Chesapeake Bay during the descent into the D.C. area.
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Florida Gold Coast
Aerial views of the high-rise skylines and turquoise waters of Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach.
Cape Canaveral
Potential distant views of the Kennedy Space Center launch pads and the Vehicle Assembly Building.
The Outer Banks
The iconic thin strip of barrier islands and the Wright Brothers National Memorial area off the coast of North Carolina.
Chesapeake Bay
A stunning crossing of the world's largest estuary, revealing complex wetlands and shipping channels.
Norfolk & Hampton Roads
The massive naval infrastructure and bridges connecting the coastal Virginia region are clearly visible.
The right side is the definitive choice for coastal scenery. During the descent into IAD, this side often offers a glimpse of the Potomac River and, depending on the arrival pattern, distant views of the Washington Monument. Use a polarising filter for photos to cut through the coastal haze.
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Everglades Transition
Views of the vast river of grass meeting the urban sprawl of South Florida immediately after takeoff.
Lake Okeechobee
The massive inland 'inland sea' of Florida is often visible as the plane tracks north-northwest.
Lowcountry Forests
Dense pine forests and river systems of Georgia and South Carolina carving through the inland landscape.
Blue Ridge Distances
On clear days, the hazy silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains appears on the far western horizon over Virginia.
Northern Virginia Suburbs
Detailed views of the sprawling residential and data center corridors of Loudoun County during final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the Atlantic. This side is also superior for viewing the sunset if flying in the late afternoon. Keep an eye out for the massive Lake Okeechobee shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,486 km (923 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Route Type: Domestic
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