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NAS → BWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Lynden Pindling International Airport (Nassau) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the sprawling Bahamian reefs upon takeoff and the scenic US East Coast, including the Outer Banks and the Chesapeake Bay, during the descent.
Paradise Island
Aerial view of Atlantis Resort and the white sand beaches of Nassau immediately after takeoff.
Great Bahama Bank
Vibrant turquoise waters and intricate sand patterns visible while climbing out of the Bahamas.
Outer Banks
The thin, sandy barrier islands of North Carolina, including Cape Hatteras, often visible mid-flight.
Chesapeake Bay
Views of the Virginia and Maryland coastline as the plane enters the bay area for approach.
Baltimore Inner Harbor
The urban landscape of Baltimore and its historic harbor just before landing at BWI.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On clear days, you can spot the thin ribbon of the Outer Banks and the urban sprawl of Norfolk and Virginia Beach. Midday flights provide the best lighting to capture the turquoise colors of the Caribbean waters without glare.
Bahamian Blue Holes
Dark blue circular spots in the shallow ocean banks visible during the initial climb.
Atlantic Shipping Lanes
Large cargo vessels and cruise ships navigating the deep blue waters of the Atlantic.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge
The iconic twin spans of the bridge crossing the bay towards Maryland's Eastern Shore.
Eastern Shore
The patchwork of farmland and wetlands of the Delmarva Peninsula during final descent.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunrise on early morning departures from Nassau. During the approach to BWI, keep an eye out for the distinct Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Sit toward the back for an unobstructed view of the Maryland coastline as it meets the Atlantic.
Distance: 1,574 km (978 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: NAS (25.0389995575, -77.46620178219999)
Arrival: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Route Type: International
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