The right side offers stunning views of the turquoise Caribbean Sea and the palm-lined shoreline during the final approach into the airport.
While both sides offer vast ocean vistas, the Right Side (Starboard) is superior for this westbound route as it avoids the harsh southern sun glare and provides a breathtaking approach over the Samaná Peninsula and the lush northern coast of the Dominican Republic.
The left side provides a comprehensive view of the Panama Canal's Atlantic entrance and the diverse geography of Hispaniola, including the unique inland Lake Enriquillo.
The left side offers a superior view of Costa Rica's active volcanoes shortly after takeoff and provides a sweeping panorama of the Dominican Republic's mountainous interior and the capital city's skyline during the descent into SDQ.
The Right Side is superior for this route as it remains in the shade during the westbound daytime crossing, providing glare-free views of the Atlantic and a spectacular aerial entry over the northern Dominican coastline.