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SJU → VIJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan) to Virgin Gorda Airport (Spanish Town)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a continuous panorama of the Virgin Island chain, offering iconic views of St. Thomas, St. John, and the famous granite boulders of The Baths upon landing.
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El Yunque Peak
A distant but majestic view of Puerto Rico's tropical rainforest rising into the clouds shortly after takeoff.
Charlotte Amalie Harbor
The bustling capital of St. Thomas, featuring cruise ships, red-roofed colonial buildings, and a dense harbor.
St. John National Park
Look down upon the protected green interior and the famous crescent bays like Trunk Bay and Cinnamon Bay.
Sir Francis Drake Channel
Watch the 'Sailing Capital of the World' come alive with hundreds of yachts navigating between the islands.
Norman Island
The supposed inspiration for Treasure Island, visible just south of the main flight path.
The Baths
On final descent, the right side offers an unbeatable bird's-eye view of the world-famous giant granite boulders and grottoes.
The right side is the definitive choice for this route. Sit toward the front or rear to avoid the wing if flying on a larger turboprop. The approach into VIJ is usually from the west, making the right side the best spot to photograph The Baths just seconds before landing.
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Atlantic Confluence
Witness the dramatic color change where the deep blue Atlantic Ocean meets the turquoise Caribbean Sea.
Culebra Archipelago
Aerial views of the white sands of Flamenco Beach and the rugged coastline of Culebrita.
Jost Van Dyke
Spot the legendary white sand beaches of Great Harbour and White Bay in the distance.
The Dogs
A cluster of small, rocky uninhabited islets that serve as a landmark for the final approach.
North Sound
Views of the exclusive resorts and luxury yachts anchored in the sheltered waters of northern Virgin Gorda.
Select a seat on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side offers better views of the 'Wild North' and the open Atlantic, providing great perspective on the coral reef structures surrounding Culebra.
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Get eSIMs for British Virgin IslandsDistance: 166 km (103 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 17 min
Departure: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Arrival: VIJ (18.446399688720703, -64.42749786376953)
Route Type: International
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