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ZSA → PLS
Which side of the plane to sit from San Salvador Airport (Cockburn Town) to Providenciales Airport (Providenciales)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a continuous display of Bahamian cays and the stunning electric-blue waters of the Caicos Bank during the descent into Providenciales.
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Pigeon Creek
A stunning turquoise lagoon and mangrove system on the southern end of San Salvador.
Rum Cay
Clear views of St. George's Bay and the surrounding coral heads as you head south.
Samana Cay
The uninhabited, pristine reef systems of one of the Bahamas' most isolated islands.
Caicos Bank
A massive expanse of shallow, neon-blue water that makes for incredible aerial photography.
Chalk Sound
A brilliant turquoise lagoon filled with hundreds of tiny limestone islands just before touchdown.
The right side provides the best view of the Bahamian chain as you fly SSE. It is particularly spectacular for the Caicos Bank, where the water is only a few feet deep. Aim for a midday flight if possible; the high sun makes the shallow waters look almost fluorescent. Look for West Caicos and its inland lake just before the final turn.
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Grahams Harbour
Aerial view of the northern reaches of San Salvador immediately after takeoff.
Atlantic Trench
Dramatic visual transition where the shallow reefs drop into the deep navy-blue Atlantic.
Parrot Cay
The exclusive private island resort visible on the northern side of the TCI archipelago.
Grace Bay Beach
View of the world-famous 12-mile stretch of white sand and turquoise water during descent.
Mangrove Cay
Intricate patterns of tidal channels and protected wetlands near the eastern tip of Providenciales.
Sit on the left for the most iconic views of Grace Bay's white sands as you approach PLS. Morning flights are ideal for this side to keep the sun behind you, illuminating the vibrant reef colors without cockpit glare. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes before landing for the best beach shots.
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Get eSIMs for Turks and Caicos IslandsDistance: 344 km (214 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: ZSA (24.06329917907715, -74.52400207519531)
Arrival: PLS (21.77359962463379, -72.26589965820312)
Route Type: International
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