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MIA → SDQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Las Américas International Airport (Santo Domingo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic Caribbean views, including the stunning turquoise waters of the Exuma Cays and a picturesque approach along the southern coast of the Dominican Republic.
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Bimini & Gun Cay
The first glance of the Bahamas, appearing as emerald droplets in a deep blue ocean shortly after takeoff.
Great Bahama Bank
Vast stretches of shallow, neon-turquoise water and intricate sand patterns carved by ocean currents.
Exuma Cays
A breathtaking chain of 365 islands and cays known for their white sand bars and multi-colored water.
Old Bahama Channel
The deep-water shipping lane that separates the Bahamian banks from the northern coast of Cuba.
Santo Domingo Malecon
A sweeping view of the city's coastal boulevard and the Caribbean Sea during the final descent.
For the best color saturation in the water, choose a mid-morning flight when the sun is high. Avoid seats directly over the wing (usually rows 15-25) to ensure an unobstructed view of the coral reefs. During landing at SDQ, this side typically provides a better view of the city skyline as the plane banks over the Caribbean Sea.
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Everglades & Florida Bay
The unique ecosystem of the Florida tip, where the wetlands meet the mangrove-lined coast.
Andros Island
Views of the largest Bahamian island, featuring massive tidal creeks and the 'Tongue of the Ocean' drop-off.
Eastern Cuba
The rugged, mountainous terrain of the Holguín and Guantánamo provinces visible across the Windward Passage.
Pico Duarte Vistas
Distant views of the Caribbean's highest peaks within the Cordillera Central range of the Dominican Republic.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a more terrestrial view, including the vast wilderness of Andros and the mountainous topography of Hispaniola. Look out for the 'Tongue of the Ocean' near Andros, where the water color changes abruptly from light turquoise to midnight blue.
Book Hotels in Santo DomingoDistance: 1,366 km (849 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: SDQ (18.42970085144, -69.668899536133)
Route Type: International
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