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VQS → SJU
Which side of the plane to sit from Vieques Airport (Vieques Island) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers breathtaking panoramic views of the turquoise Caribbean waters, scattered cays between Vieques and the main island, and the stunning northern coastline of Puerto Rico including the famous Luquillo beaches.
Icacos and Palomino Islands
Stunning aerial views of uninhabited cays surrounded by brilliant neon-blue waters and white sandbars.
Luquillo Shoreline
The famous 'La Monserrate' beach and the surrounding crescent bays known for their crystal-clear waters.
San Juan Gold Coast
Aerial perspective of the high-rise hotels and beachfronts of Isla Verde and Condado just before touchdown.
Atlantic Reef Systems
Intricate coral reef patterns visible through the shallow waters along the northeastern corridor of the main island.
Fajardo Marinas
Dozens of white sailboats and yachts docked in the Puerto Chico and Villa Marina areas near the lighthouse.
The right side is unbeatable for ocean lovers. Mid-morning flights offer the best lighting to penetrate the water, making the coral reefs and sandbars pop in vibrant colors. During the final approach to SJU, you will get a perfect view of the Isla Verde beach strip.
El Yunque National Forest
Dramatic views of the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System, often shrouded in misty clouds.
Roosevelt Roads
The sprawling grounds and runways of the former U.S. Naval Station in Ceiba, now a significant local landmark.
Laguna San Jose
A large brackish lagoon that provides a scenic backdrop during the final descent into the San Juan metropolitan area.
Rio Espiritu Santo
Watch the winding river snake through dense mangroves as it meets the sea near the coastal town of Rio Grande.
Sit on the left for the best views of the majestic mountain ranges. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun is behind you, illuminating the deep greens of El Yunque. Keep an eye out for the distinct peak of 'El Toro' during mid-flight.
Distance: 71 km (44 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 min
Departure: VQS (18.1158008575, -65.4226989746)
Arrival: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Route Type: Domestic
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