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PUJ → CLE
Which side of the plane to sit from Punta Cana International Airport (Punta Cana) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Caribbean islands during the initial climb and provides the most iconic views of the Cleveland skyline and Lake Erie during the descent.
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Abaco Islands
Views of the northern Bahamas including Great Abaco and the surrounding coral cays.
Atlantic Horizon
A vast expanse of deep blue where the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean, often featuring dramatic cloud formations.
Downtown Cleveland
Clear views of the Terminal Tower, Key Tower, and Progressive Field when approaching CLE from the north or east.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The iconic I.M. Pei-designed glass pyramid on the Lake Erie shore is frequently visible during the final approach.
Port of Cleveland
Industrial landscapes and cargo ships dotting the shoreline of Lake Erie as the plane lines up for the runway.
The right side is the 'money side' for landing in Cleveland; if the wind is from the west, you will likely fly over the lake and get a perfect view of the city skyline. For morning flights, be aware that the sun will be on this side, which may make photography difficult due to glare. Seats behind the wing are recommended for unobstructed views of the coastline.
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Bávaro Beach
Aerial views of the white sands and turquoise waters of the Dominican Republic's eastern tip immediately after takeoff.
Exuma Cays
Vibrant turquoise reef patterns and small sandbars visible as the flight crosses the central Bahamas.
Appalachian Ridges
The distinctive fold-and-thrust belt of the Appalachian Mountains through West Virginia and Pennsylvania.
Ohio River Valley
Geometric agricultural patterns and the winding river systems of the Midwest landscape during the descent.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side offers better views of the inland US topography and the rugged beauty of the West Virginia wilderness. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for the best shots of the Punta Cana resort strip.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,845 km (1,768 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 48 min
Departure: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)
Arrival: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Route Type: International
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