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BOS → AUA
Which side of the plane to sit from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston) to Queen Beatrix International Airport (Oranjestad)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the best vantage point for the iconic Cape Cod coastline after departure and the dramatic, rugged windward shore of Aruba upon landing.
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Boston Harbor & Islands
Immediate views of the historic harbor islands and lighthouses upon departure from Logan Airport.
Cape Cod & The Islands
Spot the distinctive hook of Provincetown, Martha's Vineyard, and the sandy stretches of Nantucket shortly after takeoff.
The Outer Banks
Thin ribbons of sand and the turquoise waters of the Pamlico Sound are often visible off the North Carolina coast.
Hispaniola
The high mountain peaks of the Dominican Republic can be seen while crossing the Caribbean Sea.
Arikok National Park
Aruba's desert-like landscape and rugged limestone cliffs appear during the final descent into Oranjestad.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is superior for seeing the geography of New England shortly after takeoff. Keep your camera ready as you approach Aruba; the contrast between the deep blue ocean and the white-capped waves on the north shore is stunning.
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Boston Skyline
Excellent views of the Back Bay and Financial District skyscrapers if the plane departs towards the west.
Mid-Atlantic Coastline
Distant views of the New Jersey shore and the Manhattan skyline may be visible on very clear days.
Sargasso Sea
Look for the deep, crystalline blue of the Atlantic and occasional patches of floating golden seaweed.
Aruba Resorts
Views of the high-rise hotel district and the calm, pale-blue waters of Palm Beach on the final approach.
Oranjestad
Aerial view of the colorful Dutch colonial architecture and the cruise ship terminal just before touchdown.
The right side is better for catching the sunset on late afternoon flights. While crossing the ocean, keep an eye out for large cargo ships heading toward the Panama Canal. On approach to AUA, you will get a great look at the turquoise resort waters if the plane enters a standard landing pattern from the west.
Book Hotels in OranjestadDistance: 3,322 km (2,064 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 54 min
Departure: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Arrival: AUA (12.5014, -70.015198)
Route Type: International
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