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AUA → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Queen Beatrix International Airport (Oranjestad) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic Caribbean vistas, featuring the stunning turquoise gradients of the Turks and Caicos and the legendary string of emerald islands known as the Exuma Cays.
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Arikok National Park
The desert-like eastern coast of Aruba with its dramatic limestone cliffs and crashing waves.
Pico Duarte
Distant views of the Caribbean's highest peaks within the Cordillera Central of the Dominican Republic.
Caicos Bank
Vibrant, shallow turquoise waters surrounding Providenciales and the West Caicos islands.
Exuma Cays
The world-famous 'string of pearls'—a long chain of tiny, white-sand islands surrounded by neon-blue water.
Nassau Skyline
Views of New Providence Island and the large resorts of Paradise Island as you cross the northern Bahamas.
Fort Lauderdale Beach
A spectacular view of the Atlantic coastline and beachfront high-rises just before touchdown.
For the best photography, choose a seat behind the wing on the right side. The colors of the Exuma Cays are most vibrant between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the sun is highest. During the winter months, keep an eye out for cruise ships departing Florida as you approach the coast; they are often visible trailing white wakes across the Gulf Stream.
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California Lighthouse
A clear view of the northwest tip of Aruba and its landmark lighthouse shortly after takeoff.
Massif de la Hotte
The rugged, mountainous western peninsula of Haiti, showcasing steep green ridges and deep valleys.
Great Inagua Island
The southernmost island of the Bahamas, known for its massive salt ponds and bird sanctuaries.
Andros Island
The largest Bahamian island, featuring intricate mangrove systems and the distinct Great Bahama Bank.
Tongue of the Ocean
A deep oceanic trench that creates a dramatic color shift from light turquoise to midnight blue.
Port Everglades
A view of the massive cruise ships and industrial port infrastructure during the final descent into Fort Lauderdale.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to keep the sun behind the aircraft, reducing glare. It provides a better look at the wilder, less inhabited western Bahamas and the intricate wetlands of Andros Island. Watch for the 'Blue Holes' near the Andros coastline which appear as dark indigo circles in the shallow water.
Get eSIMs for Aruba
Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,844 km (1,146 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 28 min
Departure: AUA (12.5014, -70.015198)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: International
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