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PUJ → FLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Punta Cana International Airport (Punta Cana) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an incredible perspective of the shallow Bahamian sandbanks and a front-row seat to the South Florida skyline and Everglades during the final approach into FLL.
Punta Cana Coastline
Vivid views of the white sand beaches and luxury resorts of Bavaro immediately after takeoff.
Great Bahama Bank
Massive stretches of electric-blue shallow water and intricate sand patterns visible from cruising altitude.
Andros Island
The largest Bahamian island, featuring vast mangrove estuaries and the distinct 'Tongue of the Ocean' trench.
Everglades Border
As the plane turns for approach, the vast sawgrass prairies of the Florida Everglades become visible to the west.
Miami Skyline
A distant but clear view of the Downtown Miami and Sunny Isles Beach skyscrapers during the descent.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the Bahamian sandbanks. Mid-day flights are best for seeing the 'neon' turquoise water colors. On clear days, the contrast between the shallow banks and the deep ocean is most dramatic from this side.
Atlantic Horizon
Expansive views of the deep sapphire Atlantic Ocean stretching toward the horizon.
Turks and Caicos
Distant glimpses of the coral atolls and turquoise fringes of the Caicos Bank.
Exuma Archipelago
A chain of small, pristine cays and private islands surrounded by crystal-clear reefs.
Bimini Islands
The westernmost point of the Bahamas, often visible just before crossing the Gulf Stream into Florida.
Port Everglades
Direct views of the massive cruise ships and container terminals as the plane descends into Fort Lauderdale.
The right side is ideal for spotting the outer Bahamian cays and avoids the harsh glare of the afternoon sun while flying northwest. It also offers the best view of the cruise ship fleet at Port Everglades upon landing. Morning flights provide the best lighting for this side.
Distance: 1,471 km (914 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)
Arrival: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Route Type: International
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