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SVO → PUJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Punta Cana International Airport (Punta Cana)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred as it typically follows a Great Circle route over Scandinavia and Southern Greenland, offering dramatic glacial views before providing a prime perspective of the Dominican Republic coastline during the approach.
Scandinavian Forests
Dense green canopy and lake-riddled landscapes of Sweden and Norway shortly after departure.
Greenland Icecap
Often visible on the northern track, showing massive glaciers and rugged arctic terrain.
North Atlantic Icebergs
Occasional sightings of icebergs in the Labrador Sea during clear weather in spring and summer.
Bavaro Beach
The iconic white sands and resort strips of the Punta Cana region during the final descent.
Punta Cana Resorts
A detailed view of the hotel architecture and swimming pools just before touching down.
Request a seat on the right to maximize your chances of seeing Greenland's southern tip. For the arrival into PUJ, the aircraft usually approaches from the North-East, meaning the right side gets the best view of the coastline. Avoid the wing area (rows 15-30 typically) for unobstructed views of the Dominican beaches.
Moscow Suburbs
Panoramic views of the Khimki district and the northern Moscow metropolitan area during ascent.
Baltic Sea
Aerial views of the southern Baltic coastline and passing maritime traffic.
Tropical Clouds
Massive cumulus cloud formations characteristic of the Intertropical Convergence Zone.
Oceanic Sunset
Spectacular colors over the open Atlantic if the flight timing aligns with late afternoon or evening.
Atlantic Approach
The transition from deep indigo ocean to the lighter turquoise of the Caribbean shelf.
The left side is best for those who enjoy the serenity of the open ocean. On afternoon flights, this side will experience direct sunlight for a significant portion of the journey; keep the window shade down to keep the cabin cool until sunset, which is usually breathtaking over the water.
Distance: 9,243 km (5,743 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 52 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)
Route Type: International
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