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RIC → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Richmond International Airport (Richmond) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a premier view of the historic I-95 urban corridor, providing distant glimpses of the nation's capital and direct views of Baltimore and the Philadelphia skyline during the final approach.
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Richmond Skyline
Clear views of the James River and the Virginia State Capitol immediately after takeoff from RIC.
Washington D.C. (Distant)
Look west about 15-20 minutes into the flight to spot the Washington Monument and the National Mall.
Baltimore Inner Harbor
Excellent aerial perspective of the National Aquarium and the downtown Baltimore skyscrapers.
Wilmington Waterfront
The winding Christiana River and the developing Riverfront district of Delaware's largest city.
Philadelphia Skyline
On a typical northern approach, the left side provides the most iconic view of Center City's skyscrapers.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. This side is superior for urban photography, especially as the aircraft descends over the Delaware Valley toward PHL.
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Chesapeake Bay
Expansive views of the vast bay and the intricate coastline of Maryland's Eastern Shore.
Annapolis
The Maryland State House dome and the sprawling campus of the United States Naval Academy.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge
The massive twin-span bridge connecting Sandy Point to Kent Island is clearly visible from cruising altitude.
Delaware River Shipping
Watch for large cargo ships and tankers navigating the channel between New Jersey and Delaware.
Delaware Memorial Bridge
The twin suspension bridges connecting New Castle, DE to Deepwater, NJ are a major landmark before landing.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Chesapeake Bay. It offers a more serene, coastal perspective compared to the urban focus of the left side.
Book Hotels in PhiladelphiaDistance: 319 km (198 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 32 min
Departure: RIC (37.50519943237305, -77.3197021484375)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: Domestic
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