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PTY → SDQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Tocumen International Airport (Panama City) to Las Américas International Airport (Santo Domingo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a comprehensive view of the Panama Canal's Atlantic entrance and the diverse geography of Hispaniola, including the unique inland Lake Enriquillo.
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Panama Canal & Gatun Lake
The northern locks and the massive man-made lake that forms a central part of the canal system.
San Blas Islands
A stunning archipelago of over 300 islands with white sands and turquoise waters off Panama's coast.
Sierra de Bahoruco
High, lush mountain ranges that dominate the southwestern landscape of the Dominican Republic.
Lake Enriquillo
The largest lake in the Caribbean, situated in a rift valley and located below sea level.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the San Blas Islands without glare. Keep your eyes peeled immediately after takeoff for the engineering marvel of the Canal. On arrival, the descent over the Dominican mountains offers dramatic altitude changes.
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Panama City Skyline
A spectacular view of Central America's most modern skyline and the historic Casco Viejo district.
Bridge of the Americas
The iconic bridge that spans the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal, connecting North and South America.
Caribbean Sea
Vast stretches of deep blue ocean during the cruise portion of the flight.
Barahona Coastline
The rugged and picturesque southern coast of the Dominican Republic as you approach Santo Domingo.
The right side is best for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Caribbean. You will get the most iconic view of the Panama City skyscrapers during the initial climb. During the final approach to SDQ, look for the turquoise reef lines along the southern shore.
Book Hotels in Santo DomingoDistance: 1,477 km (918 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: PTY (9.0713596344, -79.3834991455)
Arrival: SDQ (18.42970085144, -69.668899536133)
Route Type: International
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