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BGI → KIN
Which side of the plane to sit from Sir Grantley Adams International Airport (Bridgetown) to Norman Manley International Airport (Kingston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic southern coastlines of Hispaniola and a spectacular approach into Kingston Harbour, featuring the Blue Mountains and the historic Port Royal.
Barbados West Coast
Aerial views of the 'Platinum Coast' luxury resorts and turquoise waters shortly after takeoff from BGI.
Caribbean Deep Blue
Expansive views of the deep indigo waters of the Caribbean Sea during the mid-flight crossing.
Tiburon Peninsula
Rugged coastal cliffs and remote beaches along the southern claw of Haiti.
Blue Mountains
Dramatic views of Jamaica's highest peaks as the flight descends toward Kingston.
Port Royal
Clear views of the historic sunken city and the mouth of Kingston Harbour during the final approach.
Kingston Skyline
Panoramic view of the Jamaican capital and its bustling waterfront just before touchdown.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Look out approximately 60-70 minutes into the flight to spot the coastline of Haiti. The descent into KIN provides the best views of the Blue Mountain range if there is no heavy cloud cover, which is common in the late morning.
Lesser Antilles Chain
Distant views of the volcanic peaks of St. Vincent and the Grenadines to the north after takeoff.
Cordillera Central
Sightings of the Dominican Republic's massive interior mountain range, including Pico Duarte in the distance.
Palisadoes Strip
The narrow sandy tombolo that connects the airport to the mainland of Jamaica.
Kingston Container Terminal
A bird's-eye view of one of the Caribbean's largest transshipment hubs during landing.
Lime Cay
Small, white-sand offshore islets visible just south of the airport runway.
The right side is excellent for morning flights as the sun will be behind the aircraft. Keep a keen eye north for the high-altitude peaks of the Dominican Republic. During landing at KIN, this side provides a unique perspective of the Palisadoes and the industrial heart of the city's port.
Distance: 1,929 km (1,199 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 34 min
Departure: BGI (13.0746002197, -59.4925003052)
Arrival: KIN (17.935699462890625, -76.7874984741211)
Route Type: International
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