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MYR → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Myrtle Beach International Airport (Myrtle Beach) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point of the Atlantic coastline, including the iconic Jersey Shore and the barrier islands of the Delmarva Peninsula, providing a more scenic maritime experience compared to the inland views on the left.
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The Grand Strand
A panoramic view of the 60-mile stretch of continuous beach in South Carolina upon takeoff.
Outer Banks (OBX)
The thin ribbon of North Carolina's barrier islands visible on the eastern horizon during the mid-flight cruise.
Assateague Island
Unspoiled wild beaches and salt marshes along the Maryland and Virginia coast, famous for wild ponies.
Atlantic City Boardwalk
The distinct cluster of casino towers and the Steel Pier extending into the Atlantic Ocean.
Cape May Point
The picturesque southern tip of New Jersey where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean.
This is the 'scenic' side for coastline lovers. For morning flights, you will witness a spectacular sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. During the descent into PHL, the plane often hugs the New Jersey coastline, offering clear views of the famous shore towns and the Cape May lighthouse.
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Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge
Lush wetlands and winding river systems visible immediately after departing Myrtle Beach.
Norfolk Naval Station
The world's largest naval base, often visible with aircraft carriers and destroyers docked in the harbor.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel
A 17-mile series of bridges and tunnels connecting Virginia's Eastern Shore to the mainland.
Philadelphia Skyline
A close-up view of Center City's skyscrapers when the flight follows a northern approach pattern.
The left side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a better look at the industrial heart of the Mid-Atlantic, including the Delaware River ports. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes for the Philadelphia skyline if the wind is blowing from the West.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 763 km (474 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: MYR (33.6796989441, -78.9282989502)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: Domestic
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