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IAH → SJU
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Florida Keys, the stunning turquoise waters of the Bahamas, and the historic skyline of Old San Juan upon arrival.
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The Everglades
The sprawling river of grass and mangrove forests of Southern Florida.
Florida Keys
A breathtaking view of the island chain and the Overseas Highway stretching across the water.
Exuma Cays
Incredible turquoise water patterns and sandbars unique to the central Bahamas.
Old San Juan
Clear views of the historic El Morro fort and the colorful colonial buildings during the final descent.
Choose the right side for the most iconic views of the Caribbean. Midday flights are best to capture the vibrant blues of the Bahamian sandbanks. Ensure you are seated forward of the wing to get an unobstructed view of El Morro when approaching San Juan from the west.
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Mississippi Delta
The massive sediment plumes where the Mississippi River meets the Gulf of Mexico.
Florida Panhandle
Distal views of the emerald green waters and white sand beaches of Destin and Panama City.
Grand Bahama
Aerial perspectives of the northernmost islands in the Bahamian archipelago.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you during the initial leg. This side provides a better view of the northern Puerto Rican coastline as you align for the runway at SJU.
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Get eSIMs for Puerto RicoDistance: 3,228 km (2,006 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 48 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Route Type: International
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