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Our Recommendation
9.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Eastern Seaboard's urban corridor, including the New York City skyline and the iconic monuments of Washington D.C. during the landing approach.

Right Side Highlights
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Manhattan Skyline

Unbeatable views of the skyscrapers of New York City, including Central Park and the Hudson River waterfront.

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Boston Harbor

An excellent aerial view of the historic Massachusetts capital and its complex harbor system and islands.

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Philadelphia

Clear sights of the downtown skyscrapers and the Delaware River as the flight path moves south along the I-95 corridor.

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D.C. Landmarks

Iconic views of the Lincoln Memorial, the National Mall, and the White House during the famous River Visual approach.

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The Pentagon

A direct, low-altitude look at the world's largest office building just seconds before the plane touches down at DCA.

The right side is essential for the iconic 'River Visual' approach into DCA, which follows the Potomac River for a low-altitude view of the U.S. capital. Try to book a seat forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block your view of the New York City skyline, which usually appears about midway through the flight.

Left Side Highlights
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Nova Scotia Coastline

Rugged views of the Atlantic shoreline and the scenic South Shore immediately after takeoff from Halifax.

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Cape Cod & Islands

Distant aerial views of the hook-shaped peninsula and the vacation islands of Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.

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Chesapeake Bay

A wide-angle perspective of the massive estuary and the bridges connecting Maryland's eastern and western shores.

Opt for the left side on early morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Atlantic Ocean. This side is also better for spotting the National Harbor and the Maryland coastline during the descent if the aircraft approaches DCA from the south.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,303 km (810 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min

Departure: YHZ (44.880798339799995, -63.508598327600005)

Arrival: DCA (38.8521, -77.037697)

Route Type: International

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