While the right side offers better takeoff views of Baltimore Harbor, the left side provides superior scenery during the longer descent phase into Long Island, with views of Long Island Sound and the North Shore geography. The left side captures more of the visually interesting portion of the flight.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Delaware River and Delaware Bay, passes over southern New Jersey's Pine Barrens (visible as extensive forest coverage), and follows the New Jersey coast before crossing into New York airspace over the Atlantic. The Atlantic coastline near Cape May and the New Jersey Shore are visible from altitude during the midpoint of the flight, though neither side has a clear advantage for this portion.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Baltimore Washington International (BWI) to Long Island Mac Arthur (ISP)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Baltimore to Islip. While the right side offers better takeoff views of Baltimore Harbor, the left side provides superior scenery during the longer descent phase into Long Island, with views of Long Island Sound and the North Shore geography. The left side captures more of the visually interesting portion of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Baltimore Washington International in Baltimore?
During takeoff from Baltimore Washington International (BWI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Patapsco River estuary and Baltimore Harbor as the aircraft climbs northeast from BWI. You'll see the distinctive water features and urban sprawl of the Baltimore metropolitan area receding below. Notable sights include: Patapsco River estuary, Baltimore Harbor, Chesapeake Bay (distant), Baltimore city grid.
What can I see when landing at Long Island Mac Arthur in Islip?
When landing at Long Island Mac Arthur (ISP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into ISP. You'll see the western end of Long Island Sound, the North Shore of Long Island with its residential communities, and the distinctive geography of the Islip area as you approach from the west. Notable sights include: Long Island Sound, North Shore residential areas of Long Island, Sunrise Highway corridor, Fire Island barrier island (distant).
How long is the flight from Baltimore to Islip?
The flight from Baltimore Washington International (BWI) to Long Island Mac Arthur (ISP) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the Baltimore to Islip flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Delaware River and Delaware Bay, passes over southern New Jersey's Pine Barrens (visible as extensive forest coverage), and follows the New Jersey coast before crossing into New York airspace over the Atlantic. The Atlantic coastline near Cape May and the New Jersey Shore are visible from altitude during the midpoint of the flight, though neither side has a clear advantage for this portion.