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PBI → SJU
Which side of the plane to sit from Palm Beach International Airport (West Palm Beach) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a panoramic view of the Bahamian archipelago and the stunning contrast between deep ocean trenches and shallow turquoise banks.
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Little Bahama Bank
Vibrant turquoise waters and intricate sand patterns near the Abaco Islands shortly after departure.
Eleuthera & Cat Island
Distinctive long, narrow island shapes and visible coral reefs surrounding the central Bahamas.
Turks and Caicos
Views of the dramatic drop-offs where shallow coral shelves meet the deep Atlantic abyss.
Hispaniola Silhouette
Distant views of the high peaks of the Cordillera Septentrional in the Dominican Republic to the south.
Puerto Rico Karst Region
The unique 'haystack' hill formations and lush green limestone landscape as you cross the northern coast.
San Juan Metropolitan Area
A sweeping view of the city skyline and the lagoon systems during the descent into SJU.
The right side is the 'scenic route' for this flight. For the best photography of the Bahamas, book a window seat behind the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Mid-day to afternoon flights offer the best lighting to see the neon-blue colors of the shallow banks. Keep your camera ready about 30-40 minutes after takeoff from PBI.
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Atlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean and long-range cloud formations.
Maritime Traffic
Observation of major shipping lanes for cargo vessels and cruise ships traveling to and from Florida.
Old San Juan
Possible views of the historic El Morro fortress and the walled city during the final approach to runway 08 or 10.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is quieter for those who wish to sleep, but offers fewer landmarks until the very final moments of the flight when the plane turns toward San Juan harbor.
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Get eSIMs for Puerto RicoDistance: 1,711 km (1,063 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 17 min
Departure: PBI (26.68320083618164, -80.09559631347656)
Arrival: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Route Type: International
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