About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from General Edward Lawrence Logan International (BOS) to Washington Dulles International (IAD)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Boston to Washington. The left side delivers the more dramatic and varied experience overall. The Boston departure view of the city, harbor, and Charles River is the highlight of the flight. During cruise the left side also tracks closer to the Connecticut River valley and the urban corridor through Providence, New Haven, and New York City's distant skyline visible to the west on clear days. The Dulles arrival on the right is good but shorter in duration.
What can I see during takeoff from General Edward Lawrence Logan International in Boston?
During takeoff from General Edward Lawrence Logan International (BOS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Logan's primary departure runway 22L/22R sends aircraft southwest over Boston Harbor and the city. The left side gets the downtown Boston skyline, the Charles River, and a clear look back at the harbor islands as you climb out. Right side faces open ocean. Notable sights include: Downtown Boston skyline, Boston Harbor and Harbor Islands, Charles River and Cambridge, Back Bay grid pattern.
What can I see when landing at Washington Dulles International in Washington?
When landing at Washington Dulles International (IAD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Dulles typically uses runways 01L/01R or 19L/19R depending on wind. On the common northbound approach to runway 01, aircraft track in from the south over Virginia's Piedmont. The right side faces east toward the Potomac River corridor, the distant DC monuments, and the Virginia suburbs. Left side looks into open Virginia farmland with less to see. Notable sights include: Potomac River corridor, distant Washington DC monument cluster, Virginia Piedmont farmland patchwork, Dulles Access Road and toll road visible on final.
How long is the flight from Boston to Washington?
The flight from General Edward Lawrence Logan International (BOS) to Washington Dulles International (IAD) takes Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes.
What does the Boston to Washington flight path pass over?
The flight tracks southwest over Rhode Island and Connecticut, crossing the Connecticut River valley around Hartford. Over New York state and New Jersey, the Hudson River valley is visible to the west on clear days. The flight then crosses over northeastern Maryland and the Chesapeake Bay watershed before descending into northern Virginia. The Delaware River and Chesapeake Bay tributaries are visible during descent on clear days.