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JFK → PAP
Which side of the plane to sit from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Toussaint Louverture International Airport (Port-au-prince)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the US Eastern Seaboard and the spectacular turquoise waters and sandbars of the Exumas before a scenic approach into Port-au-Prince harbor.
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Jersey Shore
Detailed views of the coastline, barrier islands, and Atlantic City shortly after departure.
Outer Banks
The unique, sweeping barrier islands of North Carolina, including the famous Cape Hatteras.
Exuma Cays
Stunning white sandbars and sapphire waters of the central Bahamas, often a trip highlight.
Île de la Gonâve
A large, semi-arid island in the Gulf of Gonâve visible during the final descent phase.
Port-au-Prince Bay
Final approach views of the busy harbor and the sprawling capital city nestled against the mountains.
Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for the Bahamas' turquoise waters. Choose a seat ahead of the wing for an unobstructed view of the Exuma sandbars. This side typically offers a more scenic look at the city of Port-au-Prince during the final banking turn for landing.
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NYC Skyline
Breathtaking views of Manhattan and the Brooklyn waterfront shortly after takeoff from JFK.
Atlantic Horizon
Vast expanse of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean during the mid-flight cruise phase.
Eleuthera Island
A long, thin island strip in the Bahamas known for its contrasting dark blue and turquoise waters.
Massif du Nord
The rugged, green mountain ranges of northern Haiti visible during the initial descent.
Cap-Haïtien
Potential views of Haiti's historic northern port city depending on the specific GPS corridor.
Morning flights are ideal for the left side to avoid direct sun glare. Look for the distinct 'Glass Window Bridge' area as you pass over Eleuthera in the Bahamas. During arrival, the mountain terrain of Hispaniola is more prominent on this side.
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Get eSIMs for HaitiDistance: 2,457 km (1,527 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 17 min
Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Arrival: PAP (18.57999992370605, -72.2925033569336)
Route Type: International
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