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ATL → PLS
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Providenciales Airport (Providenciales)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers unparalleled views of the Great Bahama Bank's vibrant turquoise waters and the dramatic contrast between shallow shoals and deep ocean trenches.
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Atlanta Skyline
Bird's-eye view of the Downtown and Midtown skyscrapers during the initial climb out of ATL.
Golden Isles
Aerial perspective of Georgia's barrier islands including St. Simons and Jekyll Island.
Great Bahama Bank
Stunning vast stretches of neon-turquoise water that define the Bahamian archipelago.
Exuma Cays
A chain of tiny islands and sandbars surrounded by exceptionally clear, shallow water.
Long Island
Features steep cliffs and the deep blue circle of Dean's Blue Hole visible from altitude.
Grace Bay
The world-famous beach and reef system of Providenciales during the final approach.
This is the premier side for the 'Caribbean Blue' views. To maximize the color saturation of the water, fly between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the sun is overhead. The final approach often provides a spectacular view of the Providenciales barrier reef on this side.
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Stone Mountain
Massive granite dome located just east of Atlanta visible shortly after departure.
Savannah River Delta
Intricate marshlands and river systems where Georgia meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Eleuthera Island
The rugged Atlantic-facing coast of this long, thin Bahamian island.
San Salvador
A remote island known as the site of Columbus's first landfall in the New World.
North Caicos
Lush wetlands and white sand shorelines visible during the final descent into PLS.
The left side is superior for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. It offers a better perspective of the eastern Bahamian islands and the initial climb over the Georgia Piedmont. Watch for the distinct 'Glass Window' area of Eleuthera where the dark Atlantic meets turquoise water.
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Get eSIMs for Turks and Caicos IslandsDistance: 1,779 km (1,105 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: PLS (21.77359962463379, -72.26589965820312)
Route Type: International
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