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PWM → BWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Portland International Jetport Airport (Portland) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the iconic Atlantic coastline, including the Boston and Manhattan skylines, and the sweeping waters of the Chesapeake Bay.
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Casco Bay
Stunning views of the 'Calendar Islands' and Maine's rocky shoreline immediately after takeoff.
Boston Skyline
A bird's-eye view of the Financial District, the Charles River, and Logan International Airport.
Cape Cod
The distinctive sandy hook of the Massachusetts coast is often visible across the Atlantic to the east.
Manhattan
The world-famous New York City skyline, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty are usually visible on this side.
Chesapeake Bay
Vibrant views of the Annapolis harbor and the massive Bay Bridge during the final approach into BWI.
Sit on the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare and enjoy the best lighting on the coastal cities. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes into the flight for the best Manhattan views. On the final descent, look for the unique patterns of the Chesapeake Bay's shallow waters and surrounding wetlands.
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Appalachian Foothills
Distant views of the rolling green mountains of New England and the Hudson Valley.
Hartford
The gold-domed Connecticut State House and the downtown skyline along the Connecticut River.
Hudson River
A grand crossing of the Hudson River near the Tappan Zee or George Washington Bridge corridor.
Philadelphia
The Center City skyscrapers and the confluence of the Schuylkill and Delaware rivers.
Susquehanna River
The wide, rocky riverbed as the flight path transitions into the Maryland countryside.
The right side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It provides a better perspective of the dense urban corridor's interior geography and the Philadelphia skyline. During autumn, this side offers superior views of the fall foliage across the Hudson Valley.
Book Hotels in BaltimoreDistance: 726 km (451 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: PWM (43.64619827, -70.30930328)
Arrival: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Route Type: Domestic
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