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STT → SJU
Which side of the plane to sit from Cyril E. King Airport (St. Thomas) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the approach into Puerto Rico, featuring the stunning peaks of El Yunque National Forest and the southern offshore islands.
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Water Island
Immediately after takeoff from STT, look down for this small inhabited island south of the harbor.
Vieques Island
A large expanse of green and blue featuring the world-famous bioluminescent bays on its southern shore.
El Yunque National Forest
The dramatic, cloud-shrouded green mountains of the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System.
Fajardo Coastline
The eastern tip of Puerto Rico, known for its sprawling marinas and the iconic Cabezas de San Juan lighthouse.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the southern sun. This side is the most consistent for viewing the lush mountainous interior of Puerto Rico as the plane enters the SJU traffic pattern. Look for the contrast between the turquoise reefs and the deep blue Caribbean Sea.
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Flamenco Beach
The world-renowned white sand crescent on the island of Culebra is often visible shortly after departure.
Culebrita
A small, uninhabited cay featuring a historic stone lighthouse perched atop its highest point.
Cordillera Reefs
A string of tiny, uninhabited cays and coral reefs stretching between Culebra and mainland Puerto Rico.
San Juan Urban Coast
The dense urban sprawl of the Carolina district and the Atlantic beaches during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for spotting secluded cays and the northern coastline of the islands. If the flight path takes a northern route, this side offers the best views of Culebra. Use a polarizing filter on your camera to capture the vibrant colors of the coral reefs through the aircraft window.
Book Hotels in San JuanDistance: 109 km (68 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 min
Departure: STT (18.337299346923828, -64.97339630126953)
Arrival: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Route Type: International
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