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CPX → SJU
Which side of the plane to sit from Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport (Culebra Island) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic rise of the El Yunque National Forest mountains and the stunning turquoise passage of the Vieques Sound.
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El Yunque National Forest
Dramatic views of the misty peaks and dense tropical canopy of the only rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System.
Vieques Sound
The vibrant blue waters between Culebra and Vieques, often dotted with sailboats and local ferries.
Vieques Island
Visible to the south, showcasing the rugged coastline of Culebra's sister island.
Puerto Del Rey Marina
One of the largest marinas in the Caribbean, located in Fajardo, featuring hundreds of white masts.
Luquillo Beach
The famous 'Balneario Monserrate' with its crescent-shaped shoreline lined with thousands of coconut palms.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct western sun glare. This side is superior for mountain photography. Keep your camera ready as you cross the coastline at Fajardo, as the transition from sea to rainforest happens quickly at low altitudes.
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Cayo Luis Peña
An uninhabited nature reserve island immediately visible after takeoff from Culebra.
Las Cabezas de San Juan
The historic lighthouse and nature reserve at the northeastern tip of mainland Puerto Rico.
Seven Seas Beach
A beautiful coral-fringed bay with crystal clear water and a nearby bioluminescent lagoon.
Piñones Mangroves
A vast network of red mangroves and coastal lagoons just east of the San Juan airport.
Isla Verde Coastline
The high-rise hotel district and turquoise Atlantic waters during the final approach into SJU.
The right side is best for seeing the small uninhabited cays around Culebra during departure. It offers excellent views of the crashing Atlantic surf against the north shore reefs. Afternoon flights on this side offer softer light for coastal photos as the sun is to the south.
Book Hotels in San JuanDistance: 75 km (47 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 min
Departure: CPX (18.313289, -65.304324)
Arrival: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Route Type: Domestic
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