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TPA → ILG
Which side of the plane to sit from Tampa International Airport (Tampa) to New Castle Airport (Wilmington)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Atlantic coastline, the Outer Banks, and the dramatic water features of the Chesapeake and Delaware Bays during the northward ascent.
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Space Coast
Distant views of Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center launch pads along the Florida shore.
Outer Banks
The iconic thin strip of barrier islands stretching along the North Carolina coast.
Chesapeake Bay
Massive views of the bay's width, including the Bay Bridge-Tunnel and numerous cargo ships.
Delaware Bay
The scenic transition where the Atlantic Ocean meets the mouth of the Delaware River.
Wilmington Skyline
Final approach views of the Christiana River and the downtown Wilmington business district.
The right side is best for afternoon flights when the sun is in the west, illuminating the coastline perfectly. Watch for the distinct change in water color as you pass the mouth of the Chesapeake. During winter months, this side offers the best chance to see snow-covered coastal marshes in the Delmarva region.
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Tampa Bay
Aerial perspective of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the sparkling waters of the Gulf coast upon departure.
Richmond, VA
A clear view of the James River winding through Virginia's historic capital city.
Washington D.C. Metro
Distant views of the Potomac River and the dense urban sprawl surrounding the U.S. capital.
Piedmont Plateau
The transition from the coastal plains to the rolling green hills of the mid-Atlantic region.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. This side is ideal for spotting inland landmarks and the urban corridors of the I-95 beltway. Keep an eye out for the Quantico area as you enter Maryland airspace.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,449 km (900 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 56 min
Departure: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)
Arrival: ILG (39.67869949, -75.60649872)
Route Type: Domestic
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