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PLS → NAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Providenciales Airport (Providenciales) to Lynden Pindling International Airport (Nassau)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unobstructed view of the Exuma Cays and the dramatic contrast between the deep cobalt Exuma Sound and the neon-turquoise sandbanks.
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Caicos Banks
Immediate views after takeoff of the stunningly shallow, bright white sand under crystal clear water.
Acklins & Crooked Island
The 'Bight of Acklins' lagoon is a massive, shallow interior sea visible as you head northwest.
Long Island
A long, slender island known for its dramatic eastern cliffs and white sandy beaches on the west.
The Exuma Cays
The highlight of the route, featuring hundreds of tiny islands separated by swirling, sapphire water channels.
Southern Eleuthera
As the plane approaches Nassau, the southern tip of Eleuthera's pink sand coast may appear.
Nassau Harbour
Aerial views of the cruise ship terminal and the iconic Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island.
Sit on the right for the most iconic Bahamian scenery. Morning flights provide the best lighting for photography, as the sun will be behind you. Aim for a seat in front of the wing for the most expansive view of the Exuma Cays, which start appearing roughly midway through the 1-hour flight.
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West Caicos
View the rugged, uninhabited coastline and the clear marine walls of the Turks and Caicos edge.
Little Inagua
On clear days, the remote southern sanctuary for wild flamingos is visible in the distance.
Great Bahama Bank
A massive underwater plateau that turns the ocean into a giant, shallow turquoise swimming pool.
Ragged Island Chain
A remote and rarely visited string of tiny cays extending toward the Cuban coastline.
South New Providence
The quieter, more natural southern shore of Nassau's home island during the final approach.
The left side is ideal for late afternoon flights, offering spectacular sunset views over the shallow banks without the direct glare of the sun. It provides a better sense of the sheer scale of the Bahamian sandbanks. Watch for the subtle color shifts that indicate changing water depths.
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Get eSIMs for BahamasDistance: 643 km (400 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: PLS (21.77359962463379, -72.26589965820312)
Arrival: NAS (25.0389995575, -77.46620178219999)
Route Type: International
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