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RTB → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport (Roatan) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft typically offers a superior perspective of the Bay Islands upon departure, a closer view of the western tip of Cuba, and the stunning white-sand beaches of the Florida Panhandle before the final approach into Atlanta.
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Guanaja & Barbareta
Detailed views of the lesser-visited eastern Bay Islands surrounded by turquoise lagoons.
Cape San Antonio
The westernmost point of Cuba, featuring the Guanahacabibes Peninsula National Park's pristine forests.
Emerald Coast
The striking contrast of turquoise waters and sugar-white sands along Destin and Pensacola, Florida.
Atlanta Skyline
A frequent view of the Buckhead, Midtown, and Downtown skyscrapers during the final approach into ATL.
The right side is ideal for capturing the stunning coastal transition from the Caribbean to the Florida Panhandle. Aim for a morning flight to have the sun behind you for the best color saturation of the ocean. On arrival, the right side often gets a spectacular view of the Atlanta city center if the airport is landing to the West.
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Roatan West End
Aerial views of the vibrant Mesoamerican Barrier Reef stretching along the northwestern tip of Roatan.
Gulf of Mexico Transit
Expansive views of the deep blue waters and occasional offshore oil platforms as you approach the US coast.
Mobile Bay
The wide expanse of Mobile Bay and the Alabama coastline featuring various shipping lanes and industrial ports.
Alabama Woodlands
Dense canopies of the Talladega National Forest providing a lush green carpet during the descent.
Choose the left side for the best views of the coral reef systems immediately after takeoff from RTB. During midday flights, the sun is predominantly on the right, making the left side better for photography without glare. Keep an eye out for the Mississippi River Delta in the far distance if the flight path tracks further west.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,937 km (1,204 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 35 min
Departure: RTB (16.316799, -86.523003)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: International
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