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CDG → HAV
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to José Martí International Airport (Havana)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the US East Coast, the stunning chain of the Florida Keys, and the most iconic views of Havana's harbor and skyline during the final approach.
Normandy Coastline
Aerial views of the white chalk cliffs and historic D-Day beaches shortly after takeoff from CDG.
Land's End
The rugged southwestern tip of England and the Scilly Isles as the aircraft transitions to the Atlantic crossing.
Miami & The Gold Coast
High-altitude views of the Florida coastline, including the dense skyscrapers of Miami and South Beach.
Florida Keys
The magnificent Overseas Highway and the turquoise waters surrounding the island chain stretching toward the Gulf.
Havana Malecón
Unmatched views of the iconic waterfront, the Castillo del Morro, and the dense urban grid of Old Havana on descent.
This side is subject to direct sunlight for the majority of this westbound flight; use the window shade during the Atlantic crossing to manage heat. Aim for a seat ahead of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't obstruct the view of the Florida Keys. The approach into Havana from the North usually puts the city directly on the left.
South Irish Coast
Depending on the North Atlantic Track, the green fields of County Cork and the Fastnet Rock may be visible.
Mid-Atlantic Ridge
Vast oceanic cloud formations and the deep blue of the Atlantic, often clearer on the northern-facing side.
The Bahamas
Vivid turquoise coral reefs and the islands of Grand Bahama and Abaco as you approach the Caribbean.
Great Bahama Bank
Stunning white sand bars and shallow water patterns that create a mosaic of neon blue from 35,000 feet.
Gulf Stream Shipping
Observation of major cargo lanes and cruise ships navigating the Florida Strait toward the Gulf of Mexico.
The right side is the 'shadow' side for this route, meaning much less glare and better conditions for photography of the ocean and Bahamian reefs. While it misses the Miami skyline, it offers the best view of the incredible water color contrasts in the Bahamas.
Distance: 7,744 km (4,812 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 7 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: HAV (22.989200592041016, -82.40910339355469)
Route Type: International
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