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CLE → PUJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland) to Punta Cana International Airport (Punta Cana)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of the Appalachian mountain range, a spectacular flyover of the Outer Banks, and the vibrant turquoise colors of the Great Bahama Bank before approaching the lush Dominican coastline.
Appalachian Ridges
The distinctive parallel wave patterns of the Ridge-and-Valley province across West Virginia and Virginia.
The Outer Banks
A stunning perspective of the thin barrier islands and Cape Hatteras as the flight path moves offshore.
Great Bahama Bank
Incredible visual contrast between the midnight blue of the deep ocean and the neon turquoise of the shallow sandbanks.
Exuma Cays
Dozens of small, uninhabited islands and winding tidal channels visible from cruising altitude.
Hispaniola North Coast
The rugged mountains and lush tropical forests of the Dominican Republic come into view during the descent.
Sit behind the wing for unobstructed views of the Caribbean banks. The most scenic portion begins roughly 2.5 hours into the flight. Watch for the dramatic color change in the water which marks the start of the Bahamian waters.
Cleveland Skyline
Aerial view of the Lake Erie shoreline and downtown Cleveland immediately following a southbound departure.
Chesapeake Bay
Views of the massive estuary and the complex bridge-tunnel systems along the Virginia coastline.
Abaco Islands
The northernmost Bahamian islands appear as emerald jewels surrounded by the deep blue Atlantic.
Silver Bank
A large submerged carbonate bank that shows as a distinct, lighter blue patch in the open ocean.
Bavaro Reefs
The protective coral reef systems and turquoise lagoons lining the easternmost tip of Hispaniola.
Book a morning flight to avoid direct glare from the sun. This side is preferred for spotting the transition from the deep Atlantic trench to the shallow coastal reefs of Punta Cana during the final approach.
Distance: 2,845 km (1,768 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 48 min
Departure: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Arrival: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)
Route Type: International
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