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PHL → JAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia) to Jacksonville International Airport (Jacksonville)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the intricate Mid-Atlantic and Southern coastline, including the Chesapeake Bay and the iconic barrier islands of the Outer Banks.
Delaware Coastline
Views of the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic beaches as you head south from Philadelphia.
Chesapeake Bay Mouth
Look for the impressive Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel structure connecting the Delmarva Peninsula to Norfolk.
The Outer Banks
Aerial perspective of the narrow, sandy strips of North Carolina's barrier islands and the vast Pamlico Sound.
Carolina Lowcountry
The sprawling salt marshes and tidal creeks of the South Carolina coast provide stunning geometric water patterns.
Port of Savannah
The busy shipping lanes and industrial riverfront of one of the busiest ports in the American South.
Choose a morning flight to see the sun rising over the Atlantic Ocean. This side provides the best visibility for the coastal interface. Keep your eyes peeled roughly 30-45 minutes into the flight for the best views of the Outer Banks. Clear weather is common, but summer haze can sometimes obscure distant shorelines.
Richmond Skyline
Potential views of Virginia's capital and the winding James River as the flight path cuts inland.
Southern Pine Forests
Endless stretches of dense timberland and managed forests across the Carolinas and Georgia.
Piedmont Agriculture
A patchwork of rural farmland and small southern towns dotting the rolling hills of the Piedmont region.
Savannah River Crossing
The wide, murky waters of the Savannah River marking the boundary between South Carolina and Georgia.
St. Johns River Basin
As you descend into JAX, watch for the massive, winding St. Johns River that dominates the North Florida landscape.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or sunset flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers a better view of the inland geography and the urban sprawl of the I-95 corridor. During the final approach into Jacksonville, you will likely see more of the dense Florida wetlands and the northern reaches of the St. Johns River.
Distance: 1,195 km (743 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Arrival: JAX (30.49410057067871, -81.68789672851562)
Route Type: Domestic
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