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PBI → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Palm Beach International Airport (West Palm Beach) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic coastline, the unique geography of the North Carolina Outer Banks, and a clear perspective of the major bays during the approach into Philadelphia.
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Florida Gold Coast
Vibrant turquoise waters and reef systems along the Jupiter and Vero Beach coastline.
Outer Banks (OBX)
The thin, sandy barrier islands of North Carolina stretching out into the deep blue Atlantic.
Chesapeake Bay Entrance
Massive shipping vessels entering the bay near Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Delaware Bay & Cape May
The scenic meeting point of the Delaware River and the ocean, featuring Cape May, NJ.
Atlantic City Skyline
On clear days, the distant casinos and boardwalk of the Jersey Shore are visible.
The right side is premier for coastal enthusiasts. Morning flights will face the sun, so bring shades. The highlight is the Outer Banks, usually visible about 75-90 minutes into the flight. During the final approach into PHL, you will often fly parallel to the Delaware River, providing an excellent view of the New Jersey shoreline and the shipyards.
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West Palm Beach Coastline
View the luxury high-rises and the Loxahatchee River as you climb out of PBI.
Lowcountry Marshes
The intricate network of wetlands and river basins near Savannah and Charleston.
Potomac River & DC
If the flight path takes an inland corridor, the DC and Baltimore skylines may be visible in the distance.
Susquehanna River
Large river views as the plane crosses into Pennsylvania territory during the descent.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the Atlantic. If the flight stays more inland, this side is better for spotting the urban corridor of the Mid-Atlantic. Watch for the distinctive shape of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel as you cross from Virginia toward Maryland.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,534 km (953 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: PBI (26.68320083618164, -80.09559631347656)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: Domestic
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