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SAV β DCA
Which side of the plane to sit from Savannah Hilton Head International Airport (Savannah) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Washington)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular combination of the Atlantic coastline and the world-renowned River Visual approach into DCA, featuring the monuments of Washington, D.C.
Lowcountry Coastline
Beautiful aerial perspectives of Hilton Head Island and the intricate marshlands of the South Carolina coast.
Charleston Harbor
View the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and the historic site of Fort Sumter as you fly past the South Carolina coast.
Chesapeake Bay
As the plane begins its descent, enjoy views of the vast estuary and the mouth of the Potomac River.
The National Mall
On the famous 'River Visual' approach to Runway 19, see the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument in all their glory.
The White House
A rare top-down view of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue is often possible during the final banking turn into DCA.
U.S. Capitol Building
The iconic white dome is visible just to the east as the plane aligns with the runway.
This is the premier choice for this route. For the absolute best experience, hope for a north-to-south landing (Runway 19). Late afternoon flights provide the best lighting on the white marble monuments. Be ready with your camera as soon as the plane crosses the Woodrow Wilson Bridge, as the landmark views happen rapidly.
Francis Marion National Forest
Expansive views of South Carolina's dense pine forests and coastal wetlands shortly after departure.
Richmond Skyline
The capital of Virginia is often visible to the west as the flight heads north through the mid-Atlantic corridor.
The Pentagon
A direct view of the world's largest office building and the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense on final descent.
Arlington National Cemetery
The rolling green hills and orderly rows of white headstones are clearly visible just before touchdown.
Sit on the left if you prefer views of the Virginia suburbs and the Pentagon. This side is better in the early morning to avoid direct sun glare as you head north-northeast. Ensure you have a window seat forward or aft of the wing for the best view of the Potomac River's western bank.
Distance: 837 km (520 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: SAV (32.12760162, -81.20210266)
Arrival: DCA (38.8521, -77.037697)
Route Type: Domestic
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