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GDT → SLX
Which side of the plane to sit from JAGS McCartney International Airport (Cockburn Town) to Salt Cay Airport (Salt Cay)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Cockburn Town's historic architecture upon departure and the stunning shallow reefs of the Columbus Passage during the short transit to Salt Cay.
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Cockburn Town
The capital's colonial-style buildings and the historic Front Street lining the coast.
Governor's Beach
Famous for its wide expanse of white sand and turquoise water just north of the cruise center.
Columbus Passage
The deep blue channel between the islands, a migration route for North Atlantic Humpback whales.
Balfour Town
The main settlement of Salt Cay, featuring the White House and historic salt sheds.
Keep your eyes peeled for whale breaches if flying between January and April. Sit on this side for the best photography of the Turks Island passage's transition from deep blue to vibrant turquoise.
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Grand Turk Cruise Center
Bird's-eye view of the massive cruise ships docked at the southern tip of Grand Turk.
Gibbs Cay
Small, uninhabited cay known for its resident stingrays and crystal-clear swimming spots.
Salt Cay Salinas
The geometric patterns of the historic solar salt ponds on the eastern side of Salt Cay.
Look down immediately after takeoff to see the white sandy bottom around the cruise pier. During the morning hours, the sun is behind you, making the water colors pop vividly on this side.
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Get eSIMs for Turks and Caicos IslandsDistance: 14 km (9 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 min
Departure: GDT (21.444499969482425, -71.14230346679688)
Arrival: SLX (21.3330001831, -71.1999969482)
Route Type: Domestic
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