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SAB → SXM
Which side of the plane to sit from Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport (Saba) to Princess Juliana International Airport (Philipsburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a breathtaking perspective of Saba's sheer cliffs immediately upon departure and provides a superior view of the turquoise northern reefs and the island of Anguilla during the approach into Sint Maarten.
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Saba's Cliffside Takeoff
Experience the thrill of lifting off from the world's shortest runway with a direct view of the jagged cliffs dropping into the sea.
Anguilla Silhouette
As the plane nears Sint Maarten, the long, low-lying profile of Anguilla becomes visible across the Anguilla Channel.
Maho Beach Spotters
Catch a glimpse of the famous crowds at Maho Beach gathered at the foot of the runway to watch your arrival.
Northern Reefs
Clear views of the vibrant coral heads and shifting turquoise hues of the shallow waters surrounding the island's northern tip.
Due to the exceptionally short flight duration of roughly 15 minutes, keep your camera out and ready before takeoff. Sit in a forward seat to avoid the landing gear or wing obscuring the dramatic descent over the reefs. Morning flights offer the best lighting for the left side as the sun rises in the east.
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Mount Scenery
Immediately after takeoff, look back to see the lush, cloud-shrouded peak of Saba's dormant volcano rising 887 meters high.
Great Bay & Philipsburg
A fantastic view of the cruise ship terminal and the colorful capital of the Dutch side as the aircraft maneuvers for landing.
Simpson Bay Lagoon
Fly over one of the largest inland lagoons in the West Indies, usually filled with some of the world's most luxurious mega-yachts.
St. Barthélemy
On clear days, the rugged and mountainous coastline of St. Barths can be seen shimmering on the southeastern horizon.
The right side is ideal for passengers interested in the geography of the islands and the urban layout of Philipsburg. Choose an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you, which enhances the colors of the Simpson Bay Lagoon and the lush hillsides of St. Martin.
Book Hotels in PhilipsburgDistance: 46 km (29 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 min
Departure: SAB (17.645000457763672, -63.22000122070313)
Arrival: SXM (18.0410003662, -63.1088981628)
Route Type: Domestic
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