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MIA → CYB
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Gerrard Smith International Airport (Cayman Brac)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior visual experience, featuring the iconic Miami skyline upon departure followed by the breathtaking stretch of the Florida Keys and the vibrant reefs of the northern Cuban coastline.
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Miami Skyline
Unobstructed views of the downtown skyscrapers, Biscayne Bay, and the Port of Miami during the initial climb.
Florida Keys
A spectacular aerial perspective of the emerald island chain and the Seven Mile Bridge stretching toward the horizon.
Matanzas Coastline
The rugged northern shores of Cuba, often showcasing the white sands of Varadero in the distance.
Cayman Trench
The dramatic color shift in the ocean as the seafloor drops into one of the deepest parts of the Caribbean Sea.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to see the sun rising over the Atlantic. These seats offer the best perspective of the Florida Keys transition from land to sea. Ensure your camera is ready within the first 10 minutes of takeoff for the best Miami city shots.
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The Everglades
An expansive view of Florida's 'River of Grass' and the intricate canal systems of the southern wetlands.
Little Cayman
As the aircraft descends, look for the flat profile of Little Cayman sitting just a few miles west of your destination.
The Bluff (CYB)
On the final approach, the dramatic 140-foot limestone cliff that gives Cayman Brac its name is often visible.
Western Cuba
Views of the rural landscape and agricultural fields of the Zapata Peninsula biosphere reserve.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. This side offers the best vantage point for the approach into Gerrard Smith International, especially if the pilot circles the island from the west, providing a close-up of the limestone cliffs.
Book Hotels in Cayman BracDistance: 680 km (423 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 8 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: CYB (19.687000274658203, -79.88279724121094)
Route Type: International
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