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PHL → SBY
Which side of the plane to sit from Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia) to Salisbury Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport (Salisbury)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior vistas of the Delaware Bay transition and the Atlantic coastline, providing a more scenic maritime perspective compared to the inland views on the right.
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Philadelphia Skyline
Dramatic views of the Center City skyscrapers immediately after departure from PHL.
Delaware Bay
The expansive widening of the river into the bay, showing the transition to the Atlantic.
Jersey Shoreline
Distant views of the New Jersey coast, including the southern tip near Cape May.
Cape May-Lewes Ferry
The visible wake and path of ferries crossing the mouth of the Delaware Bay.
Coastal Wetlands
Intricate patterns of salt marshes and tidal creeks along the Delaware eastern shore.
Sit on the left for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. This side is particularly scenic during clear weather when the contrast between the deep blue bay and the green wetlands is most striking. Keep an eye out for large cargo ships navigating the main channel toward the Port of Philadelphia.
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Wilmington Skyline
Clear views of Delaware's corporate hub and the Christina River confluence.
Dover Air Force Base
Spot the massive runways and C-5 Galaxy transport planes parked on the tarmac.
Delmarva Farmland
A patchwork of agricultural fields that define the interior of the peninsula.
Chesapeake Bay Glimpse
On very clear days, the distant western horizon reveals the upper Chesapeake Bay estuary.
Salisbury Approach
Views of the Wicomico River and the town of Salisbury during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. It offers a better look at the industrial and logistical infrastructure of the region, specifically the massive Dover Air Force Base which is a major landmark mid-flight. For aviation enthusiasts, this side provides the best chance to see military traffic.
Book Hotels in SalisburyDistance: 172 km (107 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 17 min
Departure: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Arrival: SBY (38.34049987792969, -75.51029968261719)
Route Type: Domestic
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