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DFW → SJU
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the preferred choice for this route primarily due to the spectacular approach into San Juan. As the aircraft descends along the northern coast of Puerto Rico, passengers on the left side are treated to a bird's-eye view of Old San Juan, including the historic El Morro fortress and the vibrant colorful architecture of the old city before touchdown.
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DFW Metroplex
Aerial views of the sprawling Dallas and Fort Worth urban landscape immediately following takeoff.
Central Florida Lakes
Glittering views of the Orlando area and the numerous circular lakes of central Florida during the peninsula crossing.
Eleuthera Island
A striking view of this long, thin Bahamian island where the dark blue Atlantic meets the shallow turquoise Caribbean.
Old San Juan
The premier highlight of the trip, featuring the 16th-century Castillo San Felipe del Morro and the historic city walls.
Atlantic Coastline
Vast stretches of the northern Puerto Rican shoreline with breaking surf against limestone cliffs.
To maximize the Old San Juan view, choose a seat toward the front or rear of the cabin to avoid the wing. On morning flights from Dallas, the sun will be on the right side, providing excellent, front-lit conditions for photography on the left side. Most landings at SJU occur on Runway 8, which perfectly positions the left side for the city view.
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Gulf Oil Rigs
Interesting industrial sightings of offshore platforms dotted across the deep blue Gulf of Mexico.
The Everglades
The expansive, shimmering wetlands of Southern Florida, appearing as a vast 'River of Grass'.
Great Bahama Bank
Incredible patterns of white sand bars and shallow turquoise waters that look like abstract art from 30,000 feet.
Hispaniola Peaks
On clear days, the high mountain peaks of the Dominican Republic are visible to the south across the Mona Passage.
Cordillera Central
The lush, tropical mountain range that forms the rugged interior spine of Puerto Rico during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for passengers who enjoy seeing the intricate sand patterns and coral reefs of the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos. If you are flying during the late afternoon, be aware that the sun will be on this side, which may require closing the window shade to avoid glare. It offers a great perspective of the mountainous terrain of Puerto Rico's interior just before landing.
Book Hotels in San JuanDistance: 3,482 km (2,164 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 6 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Route Type: International
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