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BWI → PUJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Baltimore) to Punta Cana International Airport (Punta Cana)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of US coastal geography, the stunning turquoise shallows of the Bahamas, and the mountainous interior of Hispaniola upon arrival.
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Annapolis & Coast
Clear views of Maryland's capital and the Western Shore of the Chesapeake shortly after departure.
The Outer Banks
Look for the distinctive thin strips of sand and barrier islands of North Carolina during the first hour.
The Bahamas
Spectacular views of the Exumas and other Bahamian cays, featuring vibrant turquoise waters and white sandbars.
Cordillera Oriental
The rolling green mountains and tropical interior of the eastern Dominican Republic during the descent phase.
Bávaro Reefs
Low-altitude views of the coral reefs and turquoise lagoons surrounding the Punta Cana resort area.
This is the best side for photography. The highlight of the trip is crossing over the Bahamas, which usually happens 2 to 2.5 hours into the flight. On the approach to PUJ, you will see the dramatic contrast between the green mountains and the bright blue sea. Afternoon flights may face direct sunlight, so polarized sunglasses are recommended for the best views through the window.
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Chesapeake Bay
Expansive views of the bay and the Delmarva Peninsula immediately following takeoff from BWI.
Atlantic Sunrise
For morning departures, this side provides a front-row seat to the sun rising over the open ocean.
Samaná Peninsula
Distant views of the lush, coconut-tree-filled northern coast of the Dominican Republic during descent.
Punta Cana Coastline
Aerial perspectives of the luxury resorts and Atlantic beaches as the plane turns for its final approach.
Choose this side if you are on an early morning flight and want to see the sunrise. While most of the cruise is over open water, the approach offers great views of the north DR coastline. Keep your window shade down during the mid-flight cruise to avoid intense glare from the ocean reflection.
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Get eSIMs for Dominican RepublicDistance: 2,427 km (1,508 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 14 min
Departure: BWI (39.1754, -76.668297)
Arrival: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)
Route Type: International
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