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PLS → SDQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Providenciales Airport (Providenciales) to Las Américas International Airport (Santo Domingo)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the transition from the turquoise Turks and Caicos banks to the mountainous Hispaniola, the Right Side provides a superior look at the dramatic limestone cliffs of Monte Cristi and the highest mountain peaks in the Caribbean.
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West Caicos
Views of the rugged, uninhabited western edge of the Turks and Caicos islands.
El Morro de Monte Cristi
The iconic 242-meter high limestone mesa that stands as a sentinel on the northwestern tip of the Dominican Republic.
Cibao Valley
The fertile agricultural heartland of the DR, showing a patchwork of green fields and winding rivers.
Pico Duarte
Visibility of the Caribbean's highest peak (3,098m) within the majestic Cordillera Central mountain range.
Caribbean Shoreline
The final approach over the rocky southern coastline where the Caribbean Sea meets the island's capital.
The Right Side is essential for geography buffs. Look for 'El Morro' shortly after crossing the maritime border into Dominican airspace. Morning flights are best for viewing the Cordillera Central before afternoon tropical clouds typically gather around the high peaks.
Book Hotels in Santo DomingoTurks Bank
Breathtaking contrast between the shallow turquoise coral banks and the deep indigo of the Atlantic abyss.
Puerto Plata Coastline
Aerial views of the 'Amber Coast' featuring golden beaches and the popular resort districts of the Dominican north.
Cordillera Septentrional
The lush green slopes of the northern mountain range that runs parallel to the coast.
Samaná Peninsula Horizon
On clear days, the distant finger-like peninsula and its famous bay are visible to the east.
Santo Domingo Metro
A sweeping view of the largest metropolitan area in the Caribbean during the final descent.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to capture the vibrant colors of the Caicos Bank without engine heat haze. This side is particularly scenic during mid-day flights when the sun is high, illuminating the shallow coral reefs.
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Get eSIMs for Dominican RepublicDistance: 460 km (286 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: PLS (21.77359962463379, -72.26589965820312)
Arrival: SDQ (18.42970085144, -69.668899536133)
Route Type: International
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