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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

While both sides offer views of the Caribbean, the Right Side is superior for catching the stunning San Blas Islands early on and the world-famous turquoise gradients of the Exuma Cays during the descent into Nassau.

Right Side Highlights
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San Blas Archipelago

Spot the hundreds of tiny, white-sand islands of Guna Yala scattered along the Panamanian coastline.

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Eastern Cuba

Views of the rugged Sierra Maestra mountains and the coastline near Guantanamo as the flight heads north.

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The Exuma Cays

Look down at the legendary chain of islands and sandbars surrounded by some of the clearest water on Earth.

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Paradise Island

See the iconic Atlantis Resort and the long stretch of Cabbage Beach during the final approach into NAS.

This is the side for the iconic 'Bahamas blue' photos. About 20-30 minutes before arrival, the Exuma Cays will appear; have your camera ready. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the plane, illuminating the reefs and sandbars perfectly.

Left Side Highlights
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Panama Canal Entrance

View the Atlantic entrance of the canal near Colón and the massive Gatun Lake shortly after departure.

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Central Cuban Coast

Cross over the agricultural heartlands and the northern keys of the Camagüey and Holguín provinces.

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Great Bahama Bank

Observe the dramatic 'tongue of the ocean' where deep blue water suddenly turns into shallow, vibrant cyan.

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Nassau Cityscape

Get a clear view of the downtown area and the busy cruise ship docks if the wind dictates a westerly landing.

Sit on the left for the best views of the Panama Canal infrastructure during the initial climb. For afternoon flights, the sun will be on the opposite side, providing consistent lighting for photography without glare.

Top Activities in Nassau
Route Information

Distance: 1,787 km (1,110 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 23 min

Departure: PTY (9.0713596344, -79.3834991455)

Arrival: NAS (25.0389995575, -77.46620178219999)

Route Type: International

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