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RCY → NAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Rum Cay Airport (Port Nelson) to Lynden Pindling International Airport (Nassau)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the breathtaking Exuma Cays and the iconic neon-turquoise waters of the Great Bahama Bank, providing the most quintessential Bahamian aerial views.
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Rum Cay Shoreline
Aerial perspective of the salt ponds and the pristine white sands of St. George's Bay immediately after takeoff.
The Exuma Chain
A continuous string of emerald cays surrounded by electric blue water stretching for miles.
Great Bahama Bank
Stunning shallow water patterns and shifting sandbars that create intricate natural art visible from cruising altitude.
Staniel Cay Vicinity
The heart of the Exumas, where the water is notably clear and dotted with luxury yachts.
New Providence South Coast
The rugged limestone coastline and turquoise lagoons of Nassau's southern edge during the final descent.
Choose the left side for the most consistent island views. Mid-day flights (10 AM - 2 PM) are superior because the overhead sun penetrates the water, making the turquoise colors pop vividly. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff as you cross the deep water channel between Rum Cay and the Exumas.
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Conception Island
A glimpse of the uninhabited, protected land and sea park known for its pristine coral reefs.
Southern Cat Island
Distal views of the southern tip of Cat Island, home to the highest point in the Bahamas.
Tongue of the Ocean
The dramatic visual drop-off where the shallow bank ends and the deep, dark blue Atlantic begins.
Rose Island
A long, thin island popular with day-trippers from Nassau, visible just before touchdown.
Nassau Harbor
Excellent views of the Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island and the cruise ship terminal depending on the landing pattern.
The right side is perfect for spotting more remote, isolated islands early in the flight. On the approach into Nassau, this side often provides the best view of the iconic Atlantis hotel towers and the busy harbor. Morning flights are better on this side to avoid the harsh afternoon glare from the southern sun.
Book Hotels in NassauDistance: 306 km (190 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 31 min
Departure: RCY (23.68440055847168, -74.83619689941406)
Arrival: NAS (25.0389995575, -77.46620178219999)
Route Type: Domestic
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