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CLT → PUJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to Punta Cana International Airport (Punta Cana)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Bahamian archipelago's iconic turquoise waters and the sprawling resort coastline of Punta Cana during the final approach.
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Charlotte Skyline
Excellent views of Uptown Charlotte's skyscrapers and the surrounding Piedmont region during takeoff.
The Exumas
Breathtaking views of the Bahamas' famous 'electric blue' sandbars and shallow coral channels from cruising altitude.
Bávaro Coastline
Close-up views of the white sand beaches and luxury resorts that define the Punta Cana shoreline during the final descent.
This is the best side for photography of the Bahamas; mid-day lighting highlights the turquoise water contrasts best. On approach to PUJ, the right side usually provides a direct view of the airport's unique thatched-roof terminals and the turquoise coastline.
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Atlantic Horizon
Unobstructed views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean as the flight heads southeast toward the Caribbean.
The Outer Banks
Distant views of the narrow barrier islands along the North Carolina coast shortly after departure.
Great Abaco
Visuals of the northernmost Bahamian islands, surrounded by coral reefs and deep-water drop-offs.
Choose this side for morning flights to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Atlantic. Keep an eye out for the Samaná Peninsula's lush green mountains as you begin your descent into the Dominican Republic.
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Get eSIMs for Dominican RepublicDistance: 2,228 km (1,384 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 58 min
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)
Route Type: International
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