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STX → VQS
Which side of the plane to sit from Henry E Rohlsen Airport (St. Croix Island) to Vieques Airport (Vieques Island)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the iconic southern coastline of Vieques, including the world-famous Bioluminescent Bay and the pristine white-sand beaches of the Wildlife Refuge during the final approach.
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Caribbean Sea Expanse
Uninterrupted views of the deep azure Caribbean waters immediately after departing Henry E. Rohlsen Airport.
Mosquito Bay
View of the world's brightest bioluminescent bay from above, visible as a distinct, protected cove on the south shore.
Sun Bay and Media Luna
Stunning crescent-shaped beaches with bright turquoise waters and white sands near the town of Esperanza.
Vieques Wildlife Refuge
The sprawling, undeveloped tropical dry forest and coastal wetlands that dominate the eastern half of the island.
Sit on the left for the best views of the south-shore beaches. Since this is a short, low-altitude flight, the details of the coral reefs and the transition from deep blue to turquoise water are very clear. Morning flights offer the best lighting to avoid glare from the southern sun.
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St. Croix Interior
Views of the rolling green hills of central St. Croix and the coastline near Frederiksted during the initial climb.
Isabel Segunda
The main town and administrative center of Vieques, featuring colorful colonial-style architecture and the historic fort.
Vieques Ferry Route
Look for the passenger and cargo ferries traversing the channel between Vieques and Ceiba on the Puerto Rico mainland.
North Shore Cliffs
The rugged and more rocky northern coastline of Vieques, contrasting with the sandy beaches of the south.
The right side is ideal for spotting the main town of Isabel Segunda and the historic Fortín Conde de Mirasol just before landing. If the flight path takes a more northerly route, you might also catch a glimpse of Culebra Island on the distant horizon.
Book Hotels in Vieques IslandDistance: 80 km (50 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 min
Departure: STX (17.701900482177734, -64.79859924316406)
Arrival: VQS (18.1158008575, -65.4226989746)
Route Type: International
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