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SJU → CLT
Which side of the plane to sit from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the turquoise island chains of the Bahamas and a spectacular view of Old San Juan upon departure.
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Old San Juan
Unrivaled views of Castillo San Felipe del Morro and the historic walled city immediately after takeoff.
Exuma Cays
The iconic turquoise water patterns and white sandbars of the central Bahamas are highly visible from this side.
Turks and Caicos
Fly directly over the vibrant coral reefs and shallow banks surrounding Providenciales.
Charleston Coastline
Clear views of the South Carolina Lowcountry, including the historic harbor and the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge.
Charlotte Skyline
A panoramic view of the Uptown Charlotte skyscrapers during the final approach into CLT.
For the best photography of the Caribbean water colors, choose a window seat on the left for flights departing before 2:00 PM. This avoids the harsh afternoon sun glare that occurs on the western side of the aircraft. Keep your camera ready during the first 5 minutes of flight for the San Juan harbor view.
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Expansive views of the open ocean and the Gulf Stream's deep blue currents.
Outer Banks
Distant views of the barrier islands and the Cape Fear coastline as the plane nears the US mainland.
North Carolina Piedmont
The transition from coastal marshlands to the dense, rolling forests of the Carolina interior.
Lake Wylie
A large recreational reservoir visible just before landing on the southern approach to the airport.
The right side is ideal for passengers who prefer a quieter, less bright environment during the flight, as it faces away from the direct sun for most of the route. It also offers great views of the rising moon on evening departures.
Book Hotels in CharlotteDistance: 2,376 km (1,476 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 10 min
Departure: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Arrival: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Route Type: International
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