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SJU → DCA
Which side of the plane to sit from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Washington)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is legendary for its arrival into Washington D.C., offering a front-row seat to the iconic monuments along the Potomac River during the famous River Visual approach.
El Yunque
Spot the lush, green peaks of the tropical rainforest to the east of the airport during the initial ascent.
Atlantic Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic and turquoise coastal waters of the Caribbean.
National Mall
Incredible views of the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and the U.S. Capitol Building during the River Visual approach.
The White House
Clearly visible just north of the Washington Monument as the plane banks along the Potomac River.
Nationals Park
Look for the baseball stadium and the rapidly developing Navy Yard district along the Anacostia River.
The right side is essential for seeing the D.C. monuments. Book a seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views. If the wind is from the south, you'll see the monuments on landing; if from the north, you'll see them on the final banking turn.
Old San Juan
Look out shortly after takeoff to see the historic San Felipe del Morro Fortress and the colorful walled city.
Outer Banks
View the thin, sandy barrier islands of North Carolina as the flight path transitions from ocean to mainland.
Chesapeake Bay
Aerial views of the massive bay and the bridge-tunnel complex connecting Virginia's eastern shore.
The Pentagon
A clear view of the world's largest office building immediately before touchdown at Reagan National.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and for a detailed look at the Pentagon on the final descent. It offers the best perspective of the San Juan coastline during the initial climb.
Distance: 2,507 km (1,558 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 21 min
Departure: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Arrival: DCA (38.8521, -77.037697)
Route Type: International
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