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PHL → PLS
Which side of the plane to sit from Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia) to Providenciales Airport (Providenciales)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for viewing the U.S. coastline during departure and the spectacular turquoise shallows of the Bahamian islands and Caicos Bank during the final descent.
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Philadelphia Skyline
Excellent views of Center City and the Delaware River immediately after takeoff from PHL.
Outer Banks
The thin ribbon of North Carolina's barrier islands stretching into the Atlantic.
Great Bahama Bank
Breathtaking patterns of light blue and white sand in the shallow waters of the Bahamas.
Grace Bay Beach
A bird's eye view of the world-famous white sands and luxury resorts of Providenciales.
Caicos Bank Shallows
The vibrant neon-turquoise waters that define the approach into PLS airport.
For the most iconic 'tropical' photos, the right side is essential. You will likely see the Outer Banks and then fly directly over the stunning turquoise shallows of the Bahamas and Turks Bank. To minimize glare on this side during the southbound journey, midday or afternoon flights are better than morning flights when the sun is in the east.
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Delaware Bay
Aerial view of the massive estuary where the Delaware River meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Atlantic Horizon
Unobstructed views of the vast Atlantic Ocean, particularly stunning during sunrise flights.
North Caicos
The lush, green landscapes of the larger, less populated northern islands of the TCI chain.
Mudjin Harbour
Glances of the dramatic limestone cliffs and white sand beaches of Middle Caicos.
The left side is best for early morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun, which will be on the right. While mostly an ocean view for the middle of the flight, the approach offers views of the rugged, natural side of the Caicos islands. Choose a seat in front of the wing for the clearest views of the reef systems.
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Get eSIMs for Turks and Caicos IslandsDistance: 2,032 km (1,263 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 43 min
Departure: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Arrival: PLS (21.77359962463379, -72.26589965820312)
Route Type: International
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