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MBJ → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Sangster International Airport (Montego Bay) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular coastal journey, featuring the historic city of Havana, the vibrant Florida Keys, and the sprawling aerospace facilities of Cape Canaveral before crossing the Great Lakes.
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Havana Skyline
A perfect view of the Cuban capital, its historic harbor, and the iconic Malecón waterfront.
Florida Keys
The stunning turquoise archipelago and the thin thread of the Overseas Highway stretching across the water.
Miami Metro
The dense high-rises of the Gold Coast, South Beach, and the busy cargo traffic of the Port of Miami.
Cape Canaveral
The massive launch pads and the Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center.
Smoky Mountains
The mist-covered peaks and dense forests of the Southern Appalachian Mountains in Tennessee.
Lake Erie
The vast expanse of the Great Lake as the plane descends toward the Michigan border and Detroit.
The right side is significantly more scenic during the first half of the flight. Look for Havana roughly 25-30 minutes after departure. Near Central Florida, scan the coast for the white structures of the Space Center. If landing to the north, this side offers the best view of the Detroit River and Windsor, Ontario.
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Caribbean Expanse
Vast turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea immediately after takeoff from Montego Bay.
Western Cuba
Aerial views of the lush Pinar del Río region and the unique mogotes of the Viñales Valley.
Florida Gulf Coast
Sweeping views of the white sands and barrier islands near St. Pete and Clearwater.
Appalachian Ridges
The western slopes and rolling greenery of the ancient mountain range as you head north.
Cincinnati Skyline
A clear view of the winding Ohio River and the downtown architecture of the Queen City.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you, providing better visibility of the Appalachian terrain. Watch for the distinct change from the deep blue Caribbean to the shallower, turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Get eSIMs for Jamaica
Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,686 km (1,669 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 35 min
Departure: MBJ (18.503700256347656, -77.91339874267578)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: International
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