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PUJ → MDW
Which side of the plane to sit from Punta Cana International Airport (Punta Cana) to Chicago Midway International Airport (Chicago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the turquoise waters of the Exuma Cays, the lush Florida Everglades, and the most iconic views of the Chicago skyline during the final approach into Midway.
Punta Cana Coastline
Aerial views of the white sand beaches and luxury resorts along the Dominican Republic's eastern tip immediately after takeoff.
The Exumas, Bahamas
Breathtaking turquoise water patterns and tiny cays stretching across the Caribbean Sea during the first hour of flight.
Florida Everglades
Vast wetlands and the 'River of Grass' visible as the flight path crosses the Florida peninsula toward the Gulf/Atlantic transition.
Great Smoky Mountains
Rolling ridges and often-misty peaks of the Appalachian range as you fly over the border of Tennessee and North Carolina.
Chicago Skyline
Unmatched views of the Willis Tower and the downtown skyscrapers if the aircraft approaches Midway from the north or east.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Caribbean reefs. When approaching Chicago, the left side is statistically more likely to see the skyline during the standard traffic patterns for runways 22L or 31C. Keep your camera ready as you descend past the 10,000-foot mark over Indiana.
Atlantic Ocean Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic and the edge of the Gulf Stream current during the climb.
Grand Bahama Island
Views of the northernmost islands of the Bahamas and the surrounding shallow sandbanks.
Carolina Coastline
Distant views of the Outer Banks and the intricate barrier islands of the South Carolina and North Carolina coast.
Ohio River
The massive, winding river that marks the transition from the southern U.S. into the Midwestern heartland.
Indiana Farmland
A geometric patchwork of green and gold fields that creates a mesmerizing grid pattern during the descent.
The right side is excellent for catching the sunrise if you are on a very early departure. While it misses the primary Chicago skyline view on most approaches, it offers a great look at the southern tip of Lake Michigan and the industrial architecture of the Indiana shoreline before touchdown.
Distance: 3,168 km (1,969 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 44 min
Departure: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)
Arrival: MDW (41.785999, -87.752403)
Route Type: International
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