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LGA → AUA
Which side of the plane to sit from La Guardia Airport (New York) to Queen Beatrix International Airport (Oranjestad)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the New York City skyline upon departure and the breathtaking turquoise patterns of the Bahamas and Aruba's rugged northern coastline during the descent.
Manhattan Skyline
Breathtaking views of the Empire State Building, One World Trade, and Central Park shortly after takeoff from LGA.
Outer Banks
Clear views of the thin, sandy barrier islands of North Carolina as the flight tracks south along the coast.
Exuma Cays
Stunning aerial perspectives of the vibrant, swirling turquoise waters and small islands of the Bahamas.
Caribbean Sea
Deep sapphire waters transitioning to neon turquoise as the aircraft approaches the ABC island chain.
Aruba North Shore
Dramatic views of Aruba's rugged, desert-like limestone cliffs and crashing surf during the final approach.
Sit on the left for the best morning light to avoid glare while photographing the Bahamas. Keep your window shade open during the first 10 minutes for NYC views and the last 20 minutes for the spectacular Caribbean reefs. On early flights, you will enjoy a beautiful sunrise over the Atlantic.
Verrazzano Bridge
A great view of the massive suspension bridge connecting Brooklyn and Staten Island during the initial climb.
Atlantic Shipping Lanes
Spot large cargo ships and tankers navigating the busy maritime routes off the US East Coast.
Hispaniola
The high mountain peaks of the Dominican Republic and Haiti are often visible in the distance to the west.
Oranjestad Harbor
Views of cruise ships docked in the colorful capital city of Aruba during the final descent.
Eagle Beach
A glimpse of the pristine white sands and the famous Divi-Divi trees located in the resort zone.
Choose the right side if you are flying in the late afternoon to witness a classic Caribbean sunset. While landing at AUA, the right side often looks directly over the famous resort areas and the bustling harbor of Oranjestad.
Distance: 3,167 km (1,968 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 44 min
Departure: LGA (40.77719879, -73.87259674)
Arrival: AUA (12.5014, -70.015198)
Route Type: International
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