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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most iconic arrival experience, showcasing the northern Abaco Cays and the stunning gradient of turquoise waters as the plane approaches Marsh Harbour from the north or east.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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St. Johns River Mouth

Aerial view of the massive St. Johns River emptying into the Atlantic Ocean just after takeoff from JAX.

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Historic St. Augustine

The oldest city in the U.S. is often visible, including the star-shaped Castillo de San Marcos fort.

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The Gulf Stream

Observe the distinct change in water color where the deep blue Atlantic current meets the coastal waters.

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Treasure Cay

Clear views of the crescent-shaped Treasure Cay beach, frequently ranked among the world's most beautiful.

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Great Guana Cay

A bird's-eye view of the long, narrow barrier island and the vibrant coral reefs surrounding it.

Sit on the left for the most dramatic transition from the deep Atlantic to the shallow turquoise Abaco Sea. Afternoon flights are ideal on this side to keep the sun behind you, providing perfectly saturated colors for photography of the reefs and cays.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Daytona Beach

Views of the famous drive-on beach and potentially the Daytona International Speedway inland.

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Space Coast

On clear days, the Kennedy Space Center and launch pads are visible in the distance as the route heads southeast.

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Little Bahama Bank

Miles of shallow, sandy sea floor creates surreal patterns of light blue water and underwater dunes.

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Marsh Harbour Town

A view of the Bahamas' third-largest city, including the bustling marinas and hurricane recovery progress.

The right side is superior for tracking the Florida coastline for a longer duration. It is particularly good for mid-morning flights when the sun is high, illuminating the shallow sandbars of the Little Bahama Bank. Watch for the intricate 'veins' of deep water channels cut into the shallow banks.

Top Activities in Marsh Harbor
Route Information

Distance: 631 km (392 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min

Departure: JAX (30.49410057067871, -81.68789672851562)

Arrival: MHH (26.5114, -77.08350300000001)

Route Type: International

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