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AUA → IAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Queen Beatrix International Airport (Oranjestad) to Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers unparalleled views of the turquoise Bahamian archipelago and a spectacular approach over the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River.
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Bahamian Reefs
Stunning gradients of sapphire and neon-turquoise water over the Exuma Cays and Great Bahama Bank.
Outer Banks (OBX)
The thin ribbon of sandbars and barrier islands stretching along the coast of North Carolina.
Hampton Roads
Views of the massive naval presence and shipping lanes near Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Chesapeake Bay
A grand perspective of the bay's intricate shoreline and the iconic Bay Bridge-Tunnel.
Potomac River Basin
The final approach often follows the river, offering views of Northern Virginia's landscape.
The right side is the clear winner for ocean lovers; the view of the Bahamas from 35,000 feet is a trip highlight. Morning flights will have the sun on this side, so bring sunglasses. During the descent, look for the unique geography of the Chesapeake Bay, which is most visible from the right side window.
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Aruba North Coast
Aerial view of the rugged limestone cliffs and crashing waves of Arikok National Park shortly after takeoff.
Central Cuba
Vibrant green landscapes and rural agricultural patterns as the flight traverses the island's midsection.
Florida Space Coast
Distal views of the Kennedy Space Center and the sprawling Cape Canaveral coastline.
Richmond Metro Area
The winding James River and the urban center of Virginia's capital during the descent.
Blue Ridge Foothills
Rolling hills and dense forests of the Virginia Piedmont region as the plane nears Dulles.
Sit on the left for a direct view of the Aruban coastline upon departure. For evening flights, this side provides beautiful sunset colors over the American South and the Appalachian foothills. Keep your camera ready for the transition from the Caribbean Sea to the lush terrain of Cuba.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 3,031 km (1,883 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 34 min
Departure: AUA (12.5014, -70.015198)
Arrival: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Route Type: International
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