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PUJ β†’ ORD

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side is superior for this route because it offers better views of the vibrant Bahamian coral reefs and a breathtaking panorama of the Chicago skyline against Lake Michigan during the approach into O'Hare.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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The Bahamas Archipelago

Spectacular turquoise water and white sand cays including Grand Bahama and the Abaco Islands.

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Cape Canaveral

Potential sightings of the Kennedy Space Center launch pads along the Atlantic coast of Florida.

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Coastal Cities

Aerial views of major East Coast hubs like Savannah and Charleston depending on the flight corridor.

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Great Lakes Shoreline

The massive expanse of Lake Michigan appearing as an inland sea as you approach the Chicago area.

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Chicago Skyline

The iconic Sears Tower and lakefront architecture often visible during the final banking maneuvers into ORD.

The right side is essential for the scenic approach into Chicago. If the aircraft approaches from the east over Lake Michigan, you will have a front-row seat to the skyline. For the best color contrast in the Bahamas, a midday flight is recommended when the sun is directly overhead.

Left Side Highlights
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Dominican North Coast

Lush tropical landscapes and the SamanΓ‘ Peninsula shortly after takeoff from Punta Cana.

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Caicos Passage

The deep blue waters and stark drop-offs between the Atlantic and Caribbean basins.

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Florida Everglades

The vast, swampy wetlands of Southern Florida visible if the flight path tracks over the peninsula.

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Appalachian Ridges

Dense forests and rolling mountain peaks as the flight progresses through the Eastern United States.

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Midwestern Patterns

Detailed geometric farm layouts across Kentucky, Indiana, and Illinois during the descent phase.

Choose the left side for better views of the Florida coastline and the Appalachian mountain range. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, minimizing glare while highlighting the vibrant green terrain of the U.S. interior.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,192 km (1,983 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 45 min

Departure: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)

Arrival: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)

Route Type: International

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