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STX → STT
Which side of the plane to sit from Henry E Rohlsen Airport (St. Croix Island) to Cyril E. King Airport (St. Thomas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of the US Virgin Islands chain, including distant views of the British Virgin Islands and a stunning aerial perspective of Charlotte Amalie harbor upon arrival.
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Christiansted Harbor
Get a glimpse of the quaint waterfront and Protestant Cay shortly after lifting off from the island's central valley.
Buck Island Reef
A spectacular view of the turquoise lagoon and coral barrier surrounding this world-famous underwater national monument.
St. John
As you approach St. Thomas, the lush, mountainous silhouette of St. John and the British Virgin Islands appears to the east.
Charlotte Amalie Harbor
The quintessential Caribbean view featuring cruise ships, Hassel Island, and the colorful hillsides of the capital city.
STT Runway Approach
Experience the low-altitude glide past the tropical hillsides of St. Thomas before touching down on the narrow coastal runway.
The right side is the 'money side' for this short hop. Choose a window seat forward of the wing (especially on the small Cessna aircraft often used for this route) to see the dramatic transition from the deep blue sea to the vibrant reefs of the northern USVI. Best viewed in the afternoon when the sun illuminates the hillsides of Charlotte Amalie.
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Sandy Point
Upon departure from STX, see the long, white sandy peninsula of the Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge.
Frederiksted Pier
A clear view of the deep-water cruise ship pier and the historic red-walled Fort Frederik on the western shore.
Puerto Rican Islands
On very clear days, the silhouettes of Culebra and Vieques are visible on the western horizon during the mid-flight transit.
Water Island
As the plane descends into STT, look for the quiet, residential Water Island nestled just south of the main harbor.
Sit on the left for the best views of St. Croix's rugged western coastline during takeoff. This side is also better if you want to avoid the direct morning sun, as the flight path is generally North-Northwest.
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Get eSIMs for Virgin IslandsDistance: 73 km (45 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 min
Departure: STX (17.701900482177734, -64.79859924316406)
Arrival: STT (18.337299346923828, -64.97339630126953)
Route Type: Domestic
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