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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers the most historically and geographically diverse views, including the San Juan fortifications upon departure and the rugged Mona Island midway.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Old San Juan

Excellent views of the 16th-century El Morro and San Cristóbal forts guarding the entrance to San Juan Bay.

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Karst Topography

The dramatic 'Mogotes' or limestone haystack hills of Puerto Rico's northern coastline are visible shortly after takeoff.

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Mona Island

A view of the uninhabited, plateau-like island in the middle of the passage, known for its unique endemic species.

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Casa de Campo Resorts

Direct views of the luxury villas and the world-renowned 'Teeth of the Dog' golf course during the final descent.

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Rio Chavón

The deep, winding river valley that served as a filming location for 'Apocalypse Now' and 'Jurassic Park'.

Sit on the right for the iconic San Juan skyline views immediately after takeoff. This side also provides the best perspective of the luxury estates and the Mediterranean-style village of Altos de Chavón as you land.

Left Side Highlights
7.3
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Caribbean Shallows

Stunning gradients of blue as the flight crosses the deep Mona Passage into the shallow Dominican shelves.

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Isla Saona

A magnificent view of the Dominican Republic's largest offshore island, famous for its white sand and turquoise pools.

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Cotubanamá National Park

Vast stretches of untouched subtropical dry forest and coastal mangroves on the southeastern tip of Hispaniola.

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Bayahibe Coast

Clear views of the fishing-village-turned-resort-hub and the many catamarans docked in its crystal waters.

The left side is superior for tropical island spotting as you approach the Dominican Republic. It is the better side for photography during afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft.

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Route Information

Distance: 307 km (191 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 31 min

Departure: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)

Arrival: LRM (18.45070075988769, -68.91179656982422)

Route Type: International

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