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SLX → GDT
Which side of the plane to sit from Salt Cay Airport (Salt Cay) to JAGS McCartney International Airport (Cockburn Town)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning perspective of the shallow turquoise flats of the Turks Bank and the historic salt-production landscapes of both islands during this short hop.
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Salt Cay Salinas
Aerial view of the historic solar salt ponds and the quaint village of Balfour Town.
Cotton Cay
A glimpse of the small, uninhabited cay located between Salt Cay and Grand Turk.
Turquoise Flats
The crystal-clear, shallow waters of the bank showing intricate sand patterns and coral heads.
Cockburn Town
The charming waterfront of the capital city with its colonial-era architecture and seawall.
This is a very short flight (approx. 10-15 minutes). Sit on the left to capture the iconic turquoise-to-deep-blue gradient. In the afternoon, the sun will be behind you, providing the best lighting for photography of the shallow reefs.
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Columbus Passage
The deep ocean channel between the islands, a migration route for humpback whales.
Grand Turk Cruise Center
Massive cruise ships docked at the southern tip of Grand Turk island.
Gibbs Cay
An uninhabited island on the eastern reef edge known for stingray sightings.
The Wall
The dramatic underwater drop-off where the ocean floor plunges from 30 to 7,000 feet deep.
The right side is superior if you want to see the cruise ships docked at the pier. If flying between January and April, keep your eyes fixed on the deep blue water of the Columbus Passage for potential humpback whale breaches.
Book Hotels in Cockburn TownDistance: 14 km (9 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 min
Departure: SLX (21.3330001831, -71.1999969482)
Arrival: GDT (21.444499969482425, -71.14230346679688)
Route Type: Domestic
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