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PUJ → ZRH
Which side of the plane to sit from Punta Cana International Airport (Punta Cana) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular morning panorama of the Swiss Alps as the flight approaches Zurich from the west, typically coinciding with the morning sun illuminating the snow-capped peaks.
Azores Archipelago
Potential distant views of the volcanic peaks of the Azores depending on the specific North Atlantic track.
Cantabrian Mountains
Views of the northern Spanish coastline and the Picos de Europa mountain range across the Bay of Biscay.
The High Alps
Unrivaled views of the Central Swiss Alps including the iconic peaks of the Bernese Oberland.
Lake Zurich
A scenic final descent over the long, glacial lake with the city of Zurich and the gold coast visible below.
The right side is the 'money side' for this route. Since most PUJ-ZRH flights are overnight, the morning approach into Switzerland is the highlight. About 45 to 60 minutes before landing, the Alps will appear on the horizon. In winter, the snow coverage makes these views particularly dramatic, but ensure your window is clear of frost early on.
Atlantic Transition
The final views of the turquoise Caribbean waters as the aircraft turns northeast toward the deep blue Atlantic.
Northern Sunrise
A soft morning glow over the horizon without the harsh direct glare of the rising sun.
Brittany Peninsula
First sightings of the European mainland over the rugged western coast of France.
The Black Forest
Dense evergreen canopies of southwestern Germany visible as the plane descends toward the Swiss border.
The left side is ideal for passengers who want to see the sunrise colors reflected on the engine and wing without direct sunlight in their eyes. On the final approach into ZRH from the north, look out for the winding Rhine River which marks the border between Germany and Switzerland.
Distance: 7,526 km (4,676 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 51 min
Departure: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)
Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Route Type: International
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