About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from V C Bird International (ANU) to Miami International (MIA)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Antigua to Miami. The left side captures the spectacular Caribbean island scenery on departure — Antigua's harbours and reef coastline — and during the cruise provides views of the northern Caribbean island chain including Puerto Rico and Hispaniola passing to the left side. The right side at landing over Miami is excellent but briefer. Left wins overall for the sustained island and Caribbean Sea scenery across the first half of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from V C Bird International in Antigua?
During takeoff from V C Bird International (ANU), sit on the Left side for the best views. V C Bird's runway 07/25 is the primary runway. Departing westbound on runway 25 toward MIA, the left (south) side gives you a sweeping view back over Antigua's coastline, English Harbour, and the island's southern peninsula as you climb out over the Caribbean. The right side faces mostly open Atlantic. Notable sights include: English Harbour and Nelson's Dockyard, Falmouth Harbour, Antigua's southern reef-fringed coastline, Montserrat visible to the southwest at distance.
What can I see when landing at Miami International in Miami?
When landing at Miami International (MIA), sit on the Right side for the best views. MIA sits just west of downtown Miami, and aircraft typically approach from the east or northeast on runway 08L/08R or similar easterly headings. The right (north) side gives you the best view of downtown Miami's skyline, Biscayne Bay, Miami Beach barrier island, and the causeway network as you descend over the metro area. Notable sights include: Downtown Miami skyline, Biscayne Bay, Miami Beach and South Beach barrier island, the MacArthur and Julia Tuttle causeways.
How long is the flight from Antigua to Miami?
The flight from V C Bird International (ANU) to Miami International (MIA) takes Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours.
What does the Antigua to Miami flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northwest over the northeastern Caribbean, passing the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico to the left (south), then over the Turks and Caicos and the Bahamas chain — Great Inagua, Long Island, and Andros are typically visible below on clear days as low flat islands surrounded by shallow Bahamian bank water in vivid turquoise. The Gulf Stream's deep blue color becomes visible as you approach South Florida.