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CAP → PAP
Which side of the plane to sit from Cap Haitien International Airport (Cap Haitien) to Toussaint Louverture International Airport (Port-au-prince)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of Haiti's rugged interior, the winding Artibonite River, and the spectacular Lake Azuéi during the final descent.
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Cap-Haïtien Coastline
Crystal clear turquoise waters and the historic port city fading away after takeoff.
Massif du Nord
Deep green, jagged mountain peaks that dominate the northern landscape of the island.
Artibonite River
Haiti's longest river winding through the fertile valley like a silver ribbon.
Lake Azuéi
A massive brackish lake near the Dominican border seen clearly during the southern approach.
Mirebalais
A bird's eye view of the historic town situated in the heart of the Central Plateau.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sun illuminate the Massif du Nord. Keep your camera ready as you approach Port-au-Prince; the plane often flies directly past Lake Azuéi, which glows vibrant turquoise in the sunlight.
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Citadelle Laferrière
The iconic mountaintop fortress visible shortly after departure if the sky is clear.
Gulf of Gonâve
Sweeping views of the coastline where the mountains meet the Caribbean Sea.
Île de la Gonâve
The large island appears as a hazy silhouette across the blue waters of the bay.
Port-au-Prince Bay
Busy maritime activity and the shipping lanes leading into the capital's harbor.
Urban Sprawl
The dense and colorful rooftops of Port-au-Prince as the plane aligns with the runway.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. Look out early for the Citadelle Laferrière on the mountain peaks. During the final approach, this side provides a panoramic view of the Port-au-Prince harbor and the urban landscape.
Book Hotels in Port-au-princeDistance: 129 km (80 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 13 min
Departure: CAP (19.733, -72.194702)
Arrival: PAP (18.57999992370605, -72.2925033569336)
Route Type: Domestic
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