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NAS → PLS
Which side of the plane to sit from Lynden Pindling International Airport (Nassau) to Providenciales Airport (Providenciales)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the world-famous Exuma Cays and the mesmerizing turquoise patterns of the Great Bahama Bank, arguably the most scenic stretch of water in the Caribbean.
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The Exuma Cays
A stunning 120-mile long string of emerald islands and sandbars surrounded by impossibly clear water.
Great Bahama Bank
Mesmerizing swirling sand patterns and 'underwater dunes' visible from cruising altitude.
Dean's Blue Hole
If the flight path hugs the eastern edge, look for the dark blue circle of the world's second-deepest blue hole near Long Island.
Acklins & Crooked Island
Remote, circular coral atolls with vast interior lagoons visible as you cross the southern Bahamas.
Chalk Sound
On final approach, see the brilliant neon-turquoise lagoon filled with hundreds of tiny limestone islets.
Sit on the right side for the entire duration to see the iconic Bahamian water colors. Mid-day flights are actually preferred here as high-overhead sun eliminates glare and makes the turquoise water appear most vibrant. Try to get a seat away from the wing for unobstructed views of the sandbars.
Book Hotels in ProvidencialesThe Tongue of the Ocean
The dramatic drop-off where the shallow turquoise banks transition into the deep indigo of the Atlantic trench.
North Caicos
Vibrant green wetlands and white sand beaches of the larger, more lush Turks islands during descent.
Grace Bay
Aerial view of the world-renowned 12-mile stretch of white sand on the northern coast of Providenciales.
Barrier Reef
The intricate coral structures protecting the northern shore of the island chain, visible through crystal clear water.
The left side is superior for the final approach into PLS, offering views of the famous luxury resorts along Grace Bay. For the best lighting on these north-facing beaches, take a morning flight to avoid harsh afternoon shadows.
Get eSIMs for Bahamas
Get eSIMs for Turks and Caicos IslandsDistance: 643 km (400 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: NAS (25.0389995575, -77.46620178219999)
Arrival: PLS (21.77359962463379, -72.26589965820312)
Route Type: International
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