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ATL → PUJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Punta Cana International Airport (Punta Cana)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an exceptional vantage point for the turquoise waters and white sand cays of the eastern Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands before a stunning coastal approach into the Dominican Republic.
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The Bahamas Chain
Views of the Great Abaco and Eleuthera islands where deep blue Atlantic waters meet the shallow turquoise banks.
Glass Window Bridge
A rare view of the narrowest point of Eleuthera where the dark Atlantic is separated from the Bight of Eleuthera.
Turks and Caicos
Stunning aerial perspectives of Providenciales and the vast, shallow Caicos Bank coral reefs.
Silver Bank
A submerged bank north of the DR known as a sanctuary for humpback whales during winter months.
Samaná Peninsula
The lush, mountainous finger of the Dominican Republic visible as you begin your descent toward Punta Cana.
Sit on the left for the best morning light without direct sun glare. Watch for the dramatic color change in the water near the Bahamas. During winter, keep an eye on the Silver Bank area for possible whale sightings from high altitude. On approach, the left side often sees the northern coastline of the DR before turning south for the final landing.
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The Space Coast
Depending on the specific flight path, views of Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center launch pads.
South Florida Skyline
A distant view of the Miami metropolitan area and the colorful coastline of Biscayne Bay.
The Exuma Cays
The iconic string of 365 islands known for their vibrant water patterns and sandbars.
Great Inagua
The southernmost island of the Bahamas, home to massive salt pans and the Caribbean's largest flamingo colony.
Punta Cana Resorts
A close-up view of the manicured golf courses and sprawling luxury resorts lining the shore during final descent.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh western sun. This side often gets a better view of the Exuma island chain, which is one of the most photographed geographic features from space. On the final approach into PUJ, the right side usually provides a direct view of the turquoise reef-protected lagoons and the resort coastline.
Book Hotels in Punta CanaDistance: 2,313 km (1,437 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 5 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)
Route Type: International
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