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PUJ → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Punta Cana International Airport (Punta Cana) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for capturing the sunrise over the Atlantic and offers the most likely views of the Paris city center and the Eiffel Tower during the standard approach to CDG.
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Oceanic Sunrise
As an eastbound flight, the right side provides a front-row seat to the spectacular sunrise over the North Atlantic horizon.
English Channel
Views of the busy maritime traffic and the coastline of Normandy as the aircraft transitions from ocean to land.
French Farmland
The iconic 'patchwork' pattern of the French rural landscape becomes visible during the descent into the Ile-de-France region.
Paris Skyline
On many approach patterns into CDG, the right side offers distant views of the Eiffel Tower and the Sacré-Cœur.
The right side is highly recommended for the sunrise. Most PUJ-CDG flights depart in the evening and arrive in the morning; open your window shade as dawn breaks to catch the colors over the ocean. For the best chance of seeing Paris landmarks, select a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed downward view during the final descent and turns into the airport.
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Punta Cana Coastline
Stunning views of the Dominican Republic's white sand beaches and turquoise lagoons immediately after takeoff.
North Atlantic
Expansive views of the ocean, often featuring unique cloud formations and the deep blue of the Sargasso Sea area.
Brittany Coast
The first sight of Europe often includes the rugged cliffs and islands of the French western peninsula.
Loire Valley
Occasional glimpses of the historic chateaux and winding rivers of the French countryside during the descent.
Choose the left side for the best departure views of the Dominican coastline. Since this is typically an overnight flight, the left side remains darker longer, which is better for sleeping before the morning arrival in France. During the descent, watch for the characteristic geometric patterns of French agriculture.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 7,079 km (4,399 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 20 min
Departure: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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