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SAL → HAV
Which side of the plane to sit from Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (San Salvador) to José Martí International Airport (Havana)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic view of the San Salvador volcano complex immediately after takeoff and provides the most iconic angle of the Havana city center and the Malecón during the final approach.
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Volcán de San Salvador
A stunning view of the massive El Boquerón crater shortly after departing SAL.
Sierra de Merendón
Dense mountain ridges along the Honduras-Guatemala border region.
Gulf of Honduras
The beautiful transition from the Central American coastline into the deep Caribbean blue.
Isla de la Juventud
The large, distinctive island south of the Cuban mainland visible during the initial descent.
Havana Cityscape
Panoramic views of the dense urban grid and historic colonial districts as you land.
Opt for a seat forward of the wing to capture clear photos of the volcanic peaks in El Salvador. For morning flights, this side is shaded from the sun, which is ideal for photography. The left side is particularly rewarding if the aircraft follows a standard approach into Runway 06, as it aligns perfectly with the Havana shoreline.
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Lake Ilopango
A large, scenic volcanic caldera lake located just east of San Salvador.
San Vicente Volcano
A perfectly shaped twin-peaked stratovolcano visible in the distance.
Mosquitia Coast
Aerial views of the remote, lush wilderness of eastern Honduras.
Zapata Peninsula
The vast, green wetlands of southern Cuba, home to unique biodiversity.
Morro Castle
The historic 16th-century fortress guarding the entrance to Havana Bay.
This side is excellent for viewing the remote lagoons and coastlines of the Caribbean. Be aware that afternoon flights will experience heavy sun glare on this side. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Cuban coast, as the contrast between the turquoise reefs and the deep green wetlands of the Zapata Peninsula is spectacular.
Book Hotels in HavanaDistance: 1,272 km (790 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: SAL (13.4409, -89.055702)
Arrival: HAV (22.989200592041016, -82.40910339355469)
Route Type: International
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