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PBI → BWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Palm Beach International Airport (West Palm Beach) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the Atlantic coastline, the distinctive barrier islands of the Outer Banks, and a panoramic entry into the Chesapeake Bay region.
Florida Coastline
Sparkling turquoise waters and the high-rise corridors of the Gold Coast immediately after takeoff.
Cape Canaveral
Visible launch pads and the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center if the day is clear.
The Outer Banks
The thin, fragile strip of North Carolina's barrier islands stretching out into the deep blue of the Atlantic.
Chesapeake Bay
A grand view of the United States' largest estuary, often featuring cargo ships and the iconic Bay Bridge.
Norfolk Naval Base
Look for the world's largest naval base and various aircraft carriers docked in the Hampton Roads area.
The right side is premier for maritime views. For morning flights, the sunrise over the Atlantic is spectacular. Keep your eyes peeled roughly 60-70 minutes into the flight for the distinctive 'elbow' of the Outer Banks.
Jacksonville
View the sprawling industrial landscape and the wide curves of the St. Johns River as you cross into Georgia.
Carolina Piedmont
Dense forest canopies and inland river systems characterizing the transition from the South to the Mid-Atlantic.
Richmond Metro Area
The historic Virginia capital often appears clearly during the start of the descent into the Baltimore-Washington area.
National Mall Distant View
On specific northern arrival patterns, you can spot the Washington Monument and the Capitol Building in the distance.
Sit on the left side during afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun over the Atlantic. This side is ideal for spotting urban centers and the lush green transitions of the Carolinas.
Distance: 1,425 km (885 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min
Departure: PBI (26.68320083618164, -80.09559631347656)
Arrival: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Route Type: Domestic
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