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Our Recommendation
9.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a front-row seat to the iconic departure over the hills of St. Barts and the unparalleled view of the cliffside approach to Saba's world-famous short runway.

Right Side Highlights
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SBH Hilltop Departure

Watch the famous 'over the hill' takeoff path from St. Barts, one of the most thrilling aviation maneuvers in the world.

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Sint Maarten View

On clear days, the neighboring island of Sint Maarten is visible to the north across the channel.

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Saba's Vertical Cliffs

Witness the sheer rock faces of Saba rising vertically from the ocean as the plane makes its final turn.

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World's Shortest Runway

An incredible perspective of the 1,312-foot runway perched on a rocky outcrop at Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport.

The right side is essential for seeing the legendary landing at Saba. The flight is extremely short (15 minutes), so have your camera ready the moment you reach cruising altitude. Late afternoon flights offer golden hour lighting on the Saba cliffs.

Left Side Highlights
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Gustavia Harbor

Aerial view of the yacht-filled harbor and red-roofed buildings of St. Barts' capital upon takeoff.

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Shell Beach

A quick glimpse of the southern coastline of St. Barts before heading into the open Caribbean Sea.

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Mount Scenery

Dramatic views of the 2,910-foot dormant volcano that forms the heart of Saba as the aircraft approaches.

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Caribbean Horizon

Uninterrupted views of the deep azure waters and the potential to spot whitecaps and marine life.

Sit on the left for the best views of Gustavia's harbor during departure. Early morning flights provide excellent lighting on the southern cliffs of Saba without the sun's glare directly in the window.

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Route Information

Distance: 49 km (30 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 min

Departure: SBH (17.904399871826172, -62.84360122680664)

Arrival: SAB (17.645000457763672, -63.22000122070313)

Route Type: International

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