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POP → SJU
Which side of the plane to sit from Gregorio Luperon International Airport (Puerto Plata) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (San Juan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a continuous panorama of the Dominican Republic's lush Samaná Peninsula followed by the scenic western and northern coastlines of Puerto Rico.
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Cordillera Septentrional
The rugged green mountain range that hugs the northern coast of the Dominican Republic.
Samaná Peninsula
View of the dense coconut groves and secluded white sand beaches like Playa Rincón.
Desecheo Island
A small, uninhabited volcanic island visible while crossing the Mona Passage.
Aguadilla Cliffs
The dramatic limestone cliffs and surfing beaches of Puerto Rico's northwestern corner.
El Yunque Vista
Distant views of the misty peaks of the Caribbean National Forest during the arrival sequence.
The right side is ideal for land-based photography. Look for the Samaná Bay area, a major humpback whale sanctuary during winter months. Be aware that afternoon flights may experience glare from the southern sun.
Book Hotels in San JuanAtlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean and the Puerto Rico Trench.
Cabarete Coast
Aerial view of the world-famous kiteboarding beaches shortly after takeoff from POP.
Old San Juan
Dramatic views of Castillo San Felipe del Morro and the historic city walls on the final approach.
Condado District
The sparkling turquoise waters and high-rise skyline of San Juan's tourist hub.
Sit on the left for the most iconic views of the San Juan forts (El Morro) during the descent. This side is also preferable for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight, as the plane travels eastward.
Get eSIMs for Dominican Republic
Get eSIMs for Puerto RicoDistance: 502 km (312 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: POP (19.75790023803711, -70.56999969482422)
Arrival: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)
Route Type: International
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