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MCO → SJU
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando International Airport (Orlando) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer views of the approach into Puerto Rico, the right side consistently features the spectacular turquoise island chains of the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos.
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Exuma Islands
Watch for the stunning white sandbars and sapphire waters of the Great Exuma chain in the Bahamas.
Turks and Caicos
The flight path often passes directly over or near the vibrant coral reefs of the expansive Caicos Bank.
Central Mountain Range
Observe the lush, mountainous interior of Puerto Rico as the plane enters the local island airspace.
San Juan Harbor
See the massive cruise ships and cargo vessels docked in the protected waters of San Juan Bay.
The right side is the designated island-hopping side. High sun angles between 11 AM and 3 PM reveal the most dramatic turquoise colors in the Bahamian reefs. Keep your camera ready for the Turks and Caicos flyover roughly halfway through the journey.
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Cape Canaveral
Identify the launch pads of NASA and SpaceX along the Florida coast shortly after departure.
Atlantic Horizon
Endless views of the deep blue Atlantic as it transitions into the shallower Caribbean waters.
El Morro Fortress
The historic 16th-century Spanish citadel is perfectly visible on the left during the descent into SJU.
San Juan Skyline
Enjoy views of the luxury high-rises in Condado and the bustling gold-sand beaches of Isla Verde.
Sit on the left for the best views of Old San Juan and the Spanish forts during the descent. Morning flights offer the best lighting for photography of the Puerto Rican coastline without the sun being directly in your eyes.
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Get eSIMs for Puerto RicoDistance: 1,913 km (1,189 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 33 min
Departure: MCO (28.429399490356445, -81.30899810791016)
Arrival: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Route Type: International
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