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RSW → BWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Southwest Florida International Airport (Fort Myers) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the Atlantic coastline, the Outer Banks of North Carolina, and a panoramic approach over the expansive Chesapeake Bay.
Space Coast
Aerial views of the Florida coastline, including the Kennedy Space Center and Merritt Island.
The Outer Banks
The iconic thin ribbon of sand dunes and barrier islands stretching along the North Carolina coast.
Chesapeake Bay
A massive vista of the bay's intricate shoreline, including the mouth of the Potomac River.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge
A clear view of the dual-span bridge connecting Maryland's Eastern Shore to the mainland just before landing.
Annapolis Waterfront
The historic Maryland State House and the U.S. Naval Academy campus situated at the Severn River.
The right side is superior for coastal photography. Try to book a morning flight to have the sun behind you for the best color saturation of the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay's blue waters.
Everglades Edge
Early views of the unique wetland ecosystems and inland canal networks of South Florida.
Central Florida Lakes
Vast networks of freshwater lakes and distant views of the Orlando area's urban sprawl.
Richmond Cityscape
As you cross Virginia, the James River and the skyline of Richmond are frequently visible.
National Monuments
On the final approach descent, you can often spot the Washington Monument and Capitol Building to the northwest.
Choose the left side for sunset views if flying in the evening. Keep an eye out for the distinct grid patterns of Florida's citrus groves and the rolling hills of the Piedmont region as you move north.
Distance: 1,483 km (921 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min
Departure: RSW (26.53619956970215, -81.75520324707031)
Arrival: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Route Type: Domestic
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