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EIS → SJU
Which side of the plane to sit from Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport (Tortola) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a continuous panorama of the Caribbean archipelago, featuring the lush Virgin Islands National Park on St. John and the vibrant harbor of St. Thomas before the approach into Puerto Rico.
Sir Francis Drake Channel
Aerial views of Peter Island, Norman Island, and the smaller cays that define the BVI's famous sailing waters.
St. John & Cruz Bay
The protected green hills of the Virgin Islands National Park and the turquoise waters of the USVI's northern coast.
Charlotte Amalie Harbor
A stunning look at the bustling capital of St. Thomas, often filled with cruise ships and yachts in the deep blue harbor.
Culebra and Vieques
Distant but clear views of the Spanish Virgin Islands sitting in the sparkling passage between the USVI and Puerto Rico.
Eastern Puerto Rico
As the flight descends, the coastline of Fajardo and the sprawling resorts along the eastern tip of the main island come into view.
Sit on the left (port) side for the best views of the USVI island chain. Afternoon flights are ideal for photography as the sun will be behind the aircraft, though late morning offers the best water clarity. This is a very short flight (approx. 40 minutes), so keep your camera ready from takeoff to landing.
Jost Van Dyke
The northernmost of the main BVI islands, famous for White Bay and its rugged volcanic topography.
Virgin Passage
The deep blue waters where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea, showing distinct color transitions.
El Yunque National Forest
As you approach SJU, look for the misty peaks of the only tropical rainforest in the US National Forest System.
Loíza Coastline
The scenic palm-fringed beaches of northern Puerto Rico and the colorful communities just east of the airport.
The right side offers great views of Jost Van Dyke immediately after takeoff. On the approach to SJU, it provides the best view of the crashing Atlantic surf against the northern reefs of Puerto Rico. Choose this side if you want to avoid direct southern sun glare during midday flights.
Distance: 154 km (96 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: EIS (18.444799423217773, -64.54299926757811)
Arrival: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Route Type: International
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