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MIA → SAP
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (San Pedro Sula)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Havana's cityscape and the stunning coral reefs surrounding the Bay Islands of Honduras before the final descent.
The Everglades
A vast 'River of Grass' stretches out toward the Gulf of Mexico shortly after departing the Florida coast.
Havana Cityscape
Fly past the historic Cuban capital, easily identifiable by its dense urban layout, the Capitolio, and the Malecon.
Isla de la Juventud
Pass over the western edge of Cuba's largest southern island, known for its unique pine forests and citrus groves.
The Bay Islands
Breathtaking views of the turquoise waters surrounding Roatán and Utila, which sit atop the world's second-largest barrier reef.
Sula Valley
The broad, fertile valley opens up during the approach, framed by the impressive Sierra del Merendón mountain range.
The absolute highlight of this route is the descent near the Bay Islands; keep your camera ready for the turquoise reef patterns. On clear days, Havana is perfectly visible from this side, providing a rare and detailed look at the city from above.
Biscayne Bay
Aerial views of the crystal clear waters and the Miami skyline immediately after takeoff from MIA.
Varadero Peninsula
Often visible as you cross the northern coast of Cuba, showing off long white sand beaches and resorts.
Nombre de Dios Range
As you enter Honduran airspace, witness the lush, jagged peaks of the coastal mountains rising from the sea.
Puerto Cortés
A glimpse of Central America's largest and most important seaport just before the final descent into the Sula Valley.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. Look for the distinct blue-to-green water transitions as the plane crosses the Florida Reef Tract and the Caribbean Shelf.
Distance: 1,397 km (868 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: SAP (15.4526, -87.923599)
Route Type: International
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