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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side is superior for its immediate views of the historic San Juan forts and the varied geological formations of the northern Puerto Rican coastline and the Dominican Republic's lush eastern plains.

Right Side Highlights
8.7
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Old San Juan

Exceptional bird's-eye views of El Morro and San Cristóbal forts immediately after takeoff from SJU.

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Karst Mountains

Look for the unique limestone 'mogotes' or haystack hills along the northern coast of Puerto Rico.

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Eastern DR Plains

Expansive stretches of greenery, palm groves, and sugarcane fields as you enter Dominican airspace.

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Samaná Peninsula

On clear days, the distant rugged silhouette of the Samaná mountains can be seen to the northwest.

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Santo Domingo East

Panoramic views of the urban landscape and the rocky cliffs of the Dominican capital's eastern side.

Sit on the right for the best 'departure' views of the Puerto Rican capital. Morning flights are ideal as the sun is behind you, perfectly lighting the northern coastline. This side generally offers more terrestrial landmarks compared to the open ocean views on the left.

Left Side Highlights
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Mona Island

The 'Galapagos of the Caribbean' appears as a distinct flat-topped limestone plateau in the middle of the passage.

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Caribbean Deep

Vast, uninterrupted views of the deep blue Caribbean Sea where the Atlantic and Caribbean waters meet.

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Boca Chica Lagoon

A stunning view of the shallow, crystal-clear turquoise reef and beaches just minutes before touchdown.

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Autopista Las Américas

Watch the scenic coastal highway hug the rocky shoreline on the final approach into SDQ.

Choose this side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun. The primary highlight is the turquoise transition of the water near Boca Chica. If the flight path takes a southern route, you may also see the Desecheo Island wildlife refuge.

Top Activities in Santo Domingo
Route Information

Distance: 387 km (240 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 39 min

Departure: SJU (18.4393997192, -66.0018005371)

Arrival: SDQ (18.42970085144, -69.668899536133)

Route Type: International

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