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SFG → PTP
Which side of the plane to sit from L'Espérance Airport (St. Martin) to Pointe-à-Pitre Le Raizet (Pointe-a-pitre)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled 'Volcano Alley' experience, providing direct views of the most dramatic geological features in the Leeward Islands, including the active Soufrière Hills in Montserrat and the lush peaks of Basse-Terre.
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Soufrière Hills, Montserrat
The absolute highlight; see the active volcano, the ash-covered ruins of Plymouth, and the stark exclusion zone.
Mount Liamuiga
The towering 1,156-meter volcano on St. Kitts, featuring a deep crater and dense tropical rainforest slopes.
Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin
A vast protected lagoon with intricate mangrove forests and small islets between Basse-Terre and Grande-Terre.
Basse-Terre Rainforest
The wild, mountainous interior of Guadeloupe featuring La Grande Soufrière, the highest peak in the Lesser Antilles.
Sint Eustatius (Statia)
The perfectly formed 'Quill' volcano crater is often visible on the horizon shortly after passing St. Kitts.
This is the superior side for geography enthusiasts. Book a window seat well away from the wing to capture the Montserrat ash fields. Afternoon flights (2 PM onwards) provide excellent lighting on the volcanic peaks, highlighting the contrast between the green slopes and the deep blue sea.
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St. Barthélemy
A stunning overview of Gustavia harbor and the island's jagged coastline shortly after departure from SFG.
Nevis Peak
Clear sightlines to the 985-meter volcanic summit often draped in a 'cloud cap' which gave the island its name.
Grande-Terre Lagoons
Deep turquoise waters and white sand beaches of northern Guadeloupe as the flight approaches the airport.
Pointe-à-Pitre Harbor
Views of the urban center, cruise ship terminals, and the industrial port during the final descent.
Sit on the left if you want better views of the upscale beaches of St. Barths and the flat, coral-rich geography of Grande-Terre. Morning flights are ideal on this side to avoid the harsh glare of the western afternoon sun reflecting off the Caribbean Sea.
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Get eSIMs for GuadeloupeDistance: 260 km (162 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: SFG (18.099899291992, -63.047199249268)
Arrival: PTP (16.265301, -61.531799)
Route Type: Domestic
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