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SXM → STX
Which side of the plane to sit from Princess Juliana International Airport (Philipsburg) to Henry E Rohlsen Airport (St. Croix Island)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a panoramic gallery of the northern Virgin Islands archipelago, featuring views of Anguilla, the British Virgin Islands, and St. Thomas before a scenic arrival into St. Croix.
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Anguilla Coastline
Bright white sand beaches and turquoise bays along the southern coast of this flat limestone island.
British Virgin Islands
Panoramic views of the lush, mountainous peaks of Virgin Gorda, Tortola, and the smaller cays.
St. Thomas & St. John
Look for the bustling Charlotte Amalie harbor and the protected forests of the US Virgin Islands National Park.
Buck Island Reef
A breathtaking view of the underwater national monument's vibrant barrier reef as you begin your descent.
Christiansted
The colorful historic waterfront and fort of St. Croix's main town during the final approach phase.
The right side is the clear winner for island hopping visuals. For the best photography, choose a morning flight when the sun is behind the aircraft, illuminating the green islands and coral reefs. If the flight departs SXM to the west, you'll get a final look at the famous Maho Beach.
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Saba Island
The dramatic volcanic silhouette of 'The Unspoiled Queen' rising 2,910 feet from the Caribbean Sea.
St. Eustatius
A clear view of 'The Quill', a perfectly formed dormant volcano crater on the southern end of the island.
Anegada Passage
Spot large cruise ships and cargo vessels navigating the deep blue waters between the Leeward and Virgin Islands.
Sit on the left for a high-altitude look at the distinct volcanic peaks of the Dutch Caribbean. This side is better for mid-afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. During landing on Runway 10 at STX, you will see the industrial southern coast and Hovensa area.
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Get eSIMs for Virgin IslandsDistance: 183 km (114 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 18 min
Departure: SXM (18.0410003662, -63.1088981628)
Arrival: STX (17.701900482177734, -64.79859924316406)
Route Type: International
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