About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Miami International (MIA) to Henry E Rohlsen (STX)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Miami to St. Criox Island. The right side wins overall. The takeoff view over Biscayne Bay and Miami Beach is the most visually dramatic moment of the flight, and during cruise the right side faces generally south toward the Caribbean island chain. The left side landing view at STX is good but brief, and the right side takeoff advantage outweighs it across the full journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Miami International in Miami?
During takeoff from Miami International (MIA), sit on the Right side for the best views. MIA typically departs east on runway 09 or southeast on runway 12, putting the right side over Biscayne Bay, Key Biscayne, and the Miami Beach barrier islands. You get a clear look at downtown Miami's skyline and the causeway network across the bay before heading southeast over open Atlantic. Notable sights include: Biscayne Bay, Key Biscayne and Virginia Key, Miami Beach barrier island, Port of Miami cruise terminals.
What can I see when landing at Henry E Rohlsen in St. Criox Island?
When landing at Henry E Rohlsen (STX), sit on the Left side for the best views. STX runway 10 is the primary arrival, meaning aircraft approach from the west over the island. The left side faces north toward the Caribbean Sea and gives views of the island's north shore, Christiansted harbor, and the Buck Island reef system offshore. Right side faces south toward open ocean with little of interest. Notable sights include: Christiansted harbor and town, Buck Island National Monument reef (offshore to the north), Salt River Bay, St. Croix's central ridge and rolling hills.
How long is the flight from Miami to St. Criox Island?
The flight from Miami International (MIA) to Henry E Rohlsen (STX) takes Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours.
What does the Miami to St. Criox Island flight path pass over?
After departing Miami the flight tracks southeast over the Bahamas, with the shallow Bahama Banks visible as vivid turquoise water contrasting with deep Atlantic blue. The flight then passes over or near Hispaniola and Puerto Rico, where the mountainous terrain of the Cordillera Central may be visible on clear days. The final descent crosses the Anegada Passage and the Virgin Islands chain before reaching St. Croix, which sits isolated about 40 miles south of St. Thomas.