Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Washington to Norfolk. Right-side seats capture the most visually distinctive features: the Potomac River and D.C. landmarks during departure, and then the James River and Hampton Roads during approach. This provides scenic interest at both ends of the flight.

During takeoff from Washington Dulles International (IAD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Potomac River and Washington, D.C. landmarks during the initial climb-out. The aircraft departs westbound from IAD, so the right wing points south toward the capital region's urban sprawl and water features. Notable sights include: Potomac River, Washington D.C. urban grid, Dulles Airport grounds and surrounding Northern Virginia terrain.

When landing at Norfolk International (ORF), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the James River and Hampton Roads waterway during approach to ORF. The aircraft descends from the northwest, and left-side windows face the water bodies and coastal features that dominate the final approach corridor. Notable sights include: James River, Hampton Roads harbor, York River, Chesapeake Bay waters.

The flight from Washington Dulles International (IAD) to Norfolk International (ORF) takes 1h 15m.

The flight path crosses the Northern Neck region of Virginia between the Potomac and Rappahannock Rivers, then passes over the Virginia Peninsula with views of the York River and Williamsburg area before descending toward the Hampton Roads estuary.