Barinas to St. Thomas is 758 miles (1,220 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
While takeoff offers Andes foothills views, the landing approach over the Caribbean and the British Virgin Islands provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery. The contrast between open ocean, island topography, and coastal features makes the left side the stronger choice for the overall flight.
Flight Path
Caribbean Sea crossing with views of numerous small islands and cays, including Margarita Island (Venezuela) visible to the south on departure, the open ocean providing minimal landmarks in the central portion, and the gradual approach to the Lesser Antilles island chain as you near St. Thomas
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from BNS
RIGHTRight side offers views of the Andes foothills and the Barinas River valley as you climb out. The terrain rises gradually to the east and southeast, providing good visual progression during initial climb.
Landing at STT
LEFTLeft side provides views of the Caribbean Sea, the British Virgin Islands, and St. Thomas's northern coastline as you descend into Cyril E King. The approach typically brings you over water with excellent visibility of the island's topography and surrounding cays.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Barinas (BNS) to Cyril E King (STT)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Barinas to St. Thomas. While takeoff offers Andes foothills views, the landing approach over the Caribbean and the British Virgin Islands provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery. The contrast between open ocean, island topography, and coastal features makes the left side the stronger choice for the overall flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Barinas in Barinas?
During takeoff from Barinas (BNS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers views of the Andes foothills and the Barinas River valley as you climb out. The terrain rises gradually to the east and southeast, providing good visual progression during initial climb. Notable sights include: Barinas River valley, Andes foothills (eastern horizon), Venezuelan llanos plains extending westward, local agricultural patchwork.
What can I see when landing at Cyril E King in St. Thomas?
When landing at Cyril E King (STT), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides views of the Caribbean Sea, the British Virgin Islands, and St. Thomas's northern coastline as you descend into Cyril E King. The approach typically brings you over water with excellent visibility of the island's topography and surrounding cays. Notable sights include: Caribbean Sea, British Virgin Islands (Tortola, Virgin Gorda visible as distant islands), St. Thomas northern coast and Charlotte Amalie harbor, Magens Bay.
How long is the flight from Barinas to St. Thomas?
The flight from Barinas (BNS) to Cyril E King (STT) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 758 miles (1,220 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Barinas to St. Thomas flight path pass over?
Caribbean Sea crossing with views of numerous small islands and cays, including Margarita Island (Venezuela) visible to the south on departure, the open ocean providing minimal landmarks in the central portion, and the gradual approach to the Lesser Antilles island chain as you near St. Thomas