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AUALSP

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of Aruba's famous beach strip upon departure and a dramatic perspective of the massive oil refineries and coastal urban areas of Punto Fijo during the final approach.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Oranjestad Harbor

Aerial view of Aruba's capital, cruise ship docks, and colorful Dutch colonial architecture.

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Eagle Beach

A stunning perspective of Aruba's world-renowned white sands and turquoise waters.

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Punta Macolla

The northwestern tip of the Paraguaná Peninsula where the Caribbean meets the Gulf.

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Amuay Refinery

One of the world's largest oil refining complexes, a massive industrial landmark.

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Punto Fijo

The sprawling urban layout of the city as the plane aligns with the runway at LSP.

Choose the right side for the best views of Aruba's hotel zone during takeoff. This side is particularly spectacular for late afternoon or evening flights, as the sun sets over the Gulf of Venezuela and the refinery lights begin to twinkle during the approach.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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San Nicolas Coast

The industrial southern tip of Aruba featuring the refinery and coastal lagoons.

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Caribbean Crossing

A short transit over the deep blue waters separating the ABC islands from the mainland.

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Cerro Santa Ana

The distinctive peak rising 830 feet above the flat plains of the Paraguaná Peninsula.

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Adícora Coast

Views of the wind-swept eastern beaches of the peninsula, famous for kite surfing.

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Xeric Shrublands

The unique desert-like landscape of the Venezuelan interior as you descend.

Sit on the left if you want a clear view of Cerro Santa Ana, the only major topographic feature in the region. Since the flight is north-to-south, morning flights will have the sun on this side, making for bright but potentially glare-heavy photos.

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Route Information

Distance: 81 km (50 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 8 min

Departure: AUA (12.5014, -70.015198)

Arrival: LSP (11.78077507019043, -70.15149688720703)

Route Type: International

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